FAQ

Regarding archery items

How to draw a bow properly?

 

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Why are the bows covered with leather?

Leather covering partly protects the body of bows partly makes them more attractive. Our ancestors also covered their bows with leather or bark of birch-trees. Bows without leather covering are also available.

What sort of leather covering can you order?

We prefer the so-called ground-colours: brown, grey, black and olive because these are practical. Of course we will carry out your special order in any colour.

Could you damage your bow when you draw it?

No, you could not if you follow the instructions. You have to be careful because laminated bows can turn aside easily and fibre glass could crack lengthwise.

Are rain, freeze and sunshine harmful to bows?

No, they are not. We tested laminated bows in the following way: we froze them at -18Celsius for a week then we tried to shoot them and they worked as well as they had done before the test. Although you have to be careful with extreme heat: do not expose your drawn bow to the blazing sun for a long time. In case of purchasing a much more sensitive selfbow, you must be very careful.

Can you leave your bow drawn?

After use, please don’t leave it drawn.

Why is it harmful to your bow to shoot with it without an arrow?

When you draw your bow it builds up lots of energy which is transmitted to the arrow when you shoot with it; but without an arrow this energy damages the body of your bow and in worse cases your bow could break.

What is your bowstring made from?

It is made from a substance called Dakron B-50.

Does your bowstring need any special treatment?

Sometimes it is useful to lubricate it with beeswax in order to preserve its quality.

Do you have to maintain the bow?

Wooden bows require sometimes wax or oil to avoid the drying of wood.

How to store a bow?

It is essential to keep your bow undrawn away from heat. Lay it on a surface, it is the best.

Is there a guarantee for bows?

Yes, period varies. Usually one year, with wooden bows we can offer half a year because these are very sensitive and we lose control after selling it. Material problems if any come out very soon, later damage is often caused by wrong handling and you should keep in mind that organ materials can change always, it is out of control.

How can you calculate the range of a bow?

Smax=(Vo2*sin(2*α))/G
Where:

  - Smax - maximum range (in metres)
  - Vo - initial velocity (metre/sec)
  - α - an angle of shooting
  - G - acceleration of gravity (9,81 m/s2, but 10 can be used)

What is the range of a bow?

It is a very controversial issue. It depends on a lot of things: how powerful the bow is; how professional the archer is; the headwind; the feather quality and type of the arrow; etc.

Do bows rate among weapons?

No, they don't. They are sports goods but they are brought under strict regulation. You must not store your bow drawn with an arrow in a public place, you can only carry it in its bag. You are allowed to take it to a plane without any arrows.

How to protect horn?

Horn is a natural material. Heat, humidity and wet action horn. If raindrops fall onto horn, please immediately wipe it, do not let it be absorbed or dry it in the sun. If you make your bow much more use of, you can lacquer it to prevent any damage.

How to calculate the ideal length of a longbow?

Yew: 2,6 x draw length (cm)
Osage: 2,4 x draw length (cm)

What is the correct brace height?

It is equal to the length of your fist and stressed thumb.

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