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OverviewExperienced bow builders and practical archaeologists describe the history, evolution, and construction of European style longbows in the revised second edition of this engaging book. For the beginner, clear, uncomplicated instructions are offered, including updated descriptions of construction techniques, tools, materials, and shooting styles. For more advanced bowyers there are tips on choosing wood and adhesive, and explanations of the evolution/adaptation of bow design, including precise dimensions for replicating special historic bow types, from Stone Age bows to modern laminated longbows. This book also offers comprehensive instructions on how to properly test your newly built longbow and construct arrows. This guide is ideal for the bow hunter, bowyer, and marksman looking for a new challenge. AUTHOR: The authors are bow builders and practical archaeologists with many years of experience perfecting bow building and researching the history of the bowyer. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Flemming Alrune , Wulf Hein , Jurgen JunkmannsPublisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Imprint: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Edition: Revised 2nd edition Weight: 1.588kg ISBN: 9780764341533ISBN 10: 0764341537 Pages: 226 Publication Date: 18 October 2012 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationThe authors are bow builders and practical archaeologists with many years of experience perfecting bow building and researching the history of the bowyer. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |