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Custom English Longbow: Chase

7/31/2013

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This is a longbow that I got to build while attending a workshop - not something I have ever had the chance to do before. Here's why it was so special...when I started learning how to build bows The Traditional Bowyer's Bibles (Volume 1-4) really were my bibles. And one chapter in particular, the one called Yew Longbow, by John Strunk. Well, the workshop was being run in conjunction with the North American Longbow Safari - held this year in Comox Valley (my hometown) on Vancouver Island. And the workshop was being taught by John Strunk. So I got to meet one of my mentors, build a couple bows in a beautiful setting, and attend NALS.

I completed 2 bows over the 3 days I was there. My own personal bow, and this one.

This bow is named Chase - in reference partly to chasing the ring along the back of the bow. It pulls very smooth - 45lbs. @ 29". The full compass bend is even. The colour on the bow is stunning. I used a thick piece of leather to build up a bit on the back - makes for a much comfier grip. Full bison caps, bison arrow rest, black stone arrow pass.

This one is headed to Kentucky, USA. Years of fast, accurate shooting ahead for you Eric! Enjoy.
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james meyer
3/14/2016 12:34:47 pm

John does make a good looking bow. Say, would love a hill style yew wood backed bow sometime. You have any others being built?

Thanks,

Jim

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Jenna Fickes link
3/16/2016 10:00:32 am

Hi James,

Yes, Jamie build good looking bows. He doesn't presently build the hill style bow. If you want to send me your email I can put you on our bow list to be informed when he makes some new stock bows.

Cheers,
Jenna

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