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Post by parson on Feb 18, 2011 12:27:27 GMT -5
Anyone here ever make a bow from something like an oak 1x4? I'm thinking about a project like this and would appreciate any tips/advise.
Thanks
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Post by scrub-buster on Feb 18, 2011 12:43:55 GMT -5
I started one, but lost interest in it. It has been leaning up in the corner of my shop for a couple of years now. For me, it just wasn't as interesting as starting out with a stave. There has been some amazing bows made from Red Oak 1x boards from Lowes and home depot. It is very important to pick out the right board. Check out this website. It should be helpful. It is a step by step build-a-long using oak lumber. poorfolkbows.com/oak.htmIf you want to see what can be made from them, go to WWW.primitivearcher.com and do a search for red oak board bow. That is a great site for anyone wanting to make a bow. Everyone there is very helpful. |
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Post by scrub-buster on Feb 20, 2011 9:28:10 GMT -5
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Post by parson on Feb 20, 2011 17:23:55 GMT -5
Thanks for your replies scrub-buster. I'll check out the vid. If I decide to build one I'll post the results.
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Post by steve46511 on Feb 21, 2011 7:22:28 GMT -5
Probably lots of cross referencing in this with Scrubs link since George T is the MAN building primitive bows.....regardless of what you start with. His page will keep you reading for...........weeks and helpful? Wow. You can find him on several trad and primitive hunting websites and there is a direct link to email him as well on this page. Here is his site of bow building. georgeandjoni.home.comcast.net/~georgeandjoni/archer.htmlGo Get Em, Parson! God Bless! |
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Post by trapperdave on Feb 21, 2011 9:29:47 GMT -5
what? Youre not even gonna try to spell his last name? LOL (I dont blame ya) He is definitely a guru  |
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Post by scrub-buster on Feb 21, 2011 13:48:53 GMT -5
Tsoukalas
George and PatB are two of the most knowledgeable and helpfull guys out there.
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Post by belltower on Mar 16, 2011 12:17:15 GMT -5
I have one that I made from a hickory board and I have made some kids bows from some old ash boards.
The best advise I can give you is
1 pay attention to the grain when you pick out the board.
2 expect to break a few before you get one that works.
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Post by steve46511 on Mar 16, 2011 20:40:26 GMT -5
Nope, Trap..........I cant even say it......right, (Im sure) lol
HELPFUL guy though and def the guru as posted.
Neat to read even if not interested I thought.
God Bless
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Post by parson on Mar 23, 2011 11:23:16 GMT -5
Well, I've started it! I laminated 2 red oak trim pieces and had about 1 3/4"x2" as a stave. I watched several youtube vids, I've gone slow and easy.
Length is 62" and I'm hoping for 40+ lbs. at 28". It's pretty stout right now
I'll post up some pics when I git-er-dun!
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Post by trapperdave on Mar 23, 2011 11:39:14 GMT -5
how about postin pics wile you go, a build along. I would love to watch her come to life.
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Post by scrub-buster on Mar 24, 2011 5:24:25 GMT -5
What did you glue them together with?
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Post by parson on Mar 24, 2011 8:32:17 GMT -5
I used Gorilla Glue. Probably not the best, but I had it on hand. It bends pretty evenly and seems to have plenty of strength. I hope to try it out soon. I gonna attempt to make a string if I can find the material.   The handle (or whatever it's called) is entirely too short! Any future projects will benefit from what I didn't do correctly on this one. |
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Post by scrub-buster on Mar 24, 2011 13:26:15 GMT -5
I'm not sure how well Gorilla Glue will hold up, I have never used it. I use a wood glue called Tightbond. Tightbond 2 is water resistant and tightbond 3 is water proof. If you aren't happy with your handle, you'll just make another bow. You will be supprised at how addicting it can be. With each one, they will get easier and better. It seems like I learn something new with each bow that I build. I did that build-a-long a year ago, but I do a lot of things different now because I am constantly learning and trying new things. For string material, 3rivers has a 1/4# spool for $8.50. That spool will make a ton of strings.
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Post by scrub-buster on Mar 24, 2011 13:38:35 GMT -5
I forgot to ask if you have a set-up for tillering? A pulley system is the best and isn't that hard to build.
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Post by parson on Mar 28, 2011 11:28:24 GMT -5
SNAP!!!
Just a little too much draw weight for this board! I guess that the first one is usually more of an educational project!
Scrub-brush, yes, I have made a tillering tree. I was doing fine at 26", but I drew it to 28" and the upper limb cracked. Are you familiar with the tillering "gizmo"? I made one today and I think that it will be a very beneficial tool.
From what I have since learned at Tradgang.com, my tillering was off and I had a hinge in the limb.
I already have some other projects going. I find it to be very interesting, and now it has become a personal challenge!
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Post by scrub-buster on Mar 28, 2011 14:05:50 GMT -5
Yes, I am familiar with the tillering gizmo. It works great for board bows. If you are working on a wavy or snakey stave, they don't work that well. Can you post pictures of the break? Did it break along the grain, or just completely snap in half?
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Post by parson on Mar 28, 2011 14:55:09 GMT -5
I'll try to get a pic posted soon. It cracked at the grain, about midway between the handle and the tip. I've filled it with titebond III and clamped it. I think that I'll reduce the limbs some more and put some king of backing on it.
I'd like to salvage it even if it's only 20#.
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Post by parson on Apr 1, 2011 9:22:33 GMT -5
Still no pictures, but I've almost finished #2!
This is a sickness! I'm beginning to look at my neighbor's trees with evil intent!
Do they make silencers for chainsaws?
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Post by trapperdave on Apr 1, 2011 10:04:58 GMT -5
yup. run a hose from the exhaust into a five gallon bucket of water.
we had a bunch of standing walnut stolen one year that way
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