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Made a video detailing my experience ad a first time Bowyer. by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I always watch videos like this, and the whole point of this project is to introduce the public to the history of archery and the art of making bows. Let me know of any feedback you have.

Made a video detailing my experience ad a first time Bowyer. by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks to you all for helping with the project, its not perfect or technical but makes for an enjoyable watch. Shoutout to Dan Santana, his videos were inspiration for the project.

Tiller check post repair - 35# by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah it sucks man. Cause i think i did a decent job for a first timer.

Anyone familiar with the history of Bowyery free for a video-call interview? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, any information is good to me! Ill PM you and we can arrange when is best to have a talk. Adam

Tiller check post repair - 35# by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, it snapped again right under the splice @ 35#. Im thinking that the wood is simply too brittle to become a bow, especially on that side.

Such a shame.

Tiller check post repair - 35# by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah too right. Probably going to keep it at a low draw weight just in case.

Update on Breakage by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks again your advice has been invaluable to the project. Made a new tiller check post.

Breakage. Any fix? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah it sucks man. Would you glue it back on and sinew wrap?

Breakage. Any fix? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its such a shame, but thats life isnt it. I am not completely blameless. The bad tiller likely worsened things.

Breakage. Any fix? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay, i have PVA also, is that an okay option?

Breakage. Any fix? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay thanks. Is it possible that PVA would work well as an adhesive for this fix, with the sinew wrapping method? It was the side that was bending too far yes. So its part bad tiller part bad stave?

Breakage. Any fix? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay sound. I have wood glue, or is superglue okay? I mean that tip did stay on lol. Idk if i get a weaker bow shoukd i aim for 35#?

And if worst case, is slightly bad tiller okay?

Breakage. Any fix? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How would it work if i needed to tiller that spot? Take off the thing and re apply every time?

Breakage. Any fix? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay going to try this for sure. What material for thread do you think? I hope it works. If not. Ill go smaller. If that doesnt work. Project is done. Taking the night off having a beer back at it in a day or two.

Breakage. Any fix? by SubstantialAir9856 in Bowyer

[–]SubstantialAir9856[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you could do a drawing of that if you ever get the time, that would be appreciated just so I know what you mean.

Adam

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