Question to all you Bowyers...

[ghostrider13]

I'm thinking of building a TD recurve after I've gotten my feet wet by building a few recurves.  I have a few questions for youse...

1.  Is it possible to build multiple pairs of limbs for the TD, say a pair that's 40# @ 28" and a pair 60# @ 28"?

2.  I've been reading tons of post from a few forums, and one post stated that the riser on a TD is basically a handle that doesn't do much.  Forgive me if this is taking the post out of context, but I believe it said that the emphasis is placed on limbs as this is where most of the work is done.  If this is the case, is it possible to make a riser/handle out of walnut burl?  I think burl wood is beautiful, and would like to try it.  But I don't want the bow to snap in half.  Please share your thoughts with me on this one.

3.  I saw a picture someone posted on one of these forums, and it looked like he had a Flemisg string that was wrapped from top to bottom, including the loops.  Does anyone know where this technique can be found?

Well, I guess I'll save some more questions for later.  Trust me, I have tons.  lol  Thanks to everyone in advance.

Ghost

[Bodork]

While the limbs do most of the 'work', the riser still endures alot of the stress. I saw a riser made with burl, but it broke when a bow bolt was installed. I think I'd shy away from it unless it is an accent stripe reinforced with fiberglass or something strong. There is a reason you don't see it much in risers. I'm like you though, I love the way it looks. Good luck, Mike

[O.L. Adcock]

Risers take HUGE stress! Added strength like Bodork said is the best bet. When just beginning, you won't know what is strong enough till you bust a few.   ....O.L.

[ghostrider13]

=) Thanks for the informed replies, I appreciate the help.  I won't be building anything until I get some books.  I plan to get the 3 book set of "The Bowyer's Bible".  Alot of people say they're really excellent books.  I'll probably pick up a few dvds as well.

Ghost