new longbow 68in 45@28

[Llamma1]

Just stained and putin the clear coat on my new hickory u finish longbow I got yesterday.Can't weight to shoot it.The handle is made out of heart wood.The firs longbow I ever owned.Now I just got to get some traditional arrows.Can't see using the ones I used for my compound on this bow.

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[Bonebuster]

When you get it going, the set up specs would be great to know.    

I have thought about trying one of the finish it yourself kits, but always find something else to spend the money on.

[SCATTERSHOT]

One thing to keep in mind, there's a lot of handle to get around on a selfbow. You will need weaker spine than you are used to. Your drawlength will be shorter, too, so start low.

Good luck!

[JimL]

Pop some pics on us so we can admire it.  Everybody really wants to build their own even me.