Proper grip

[nhbuck1]

Can someone please explain the proper grip on a recurve, I see people with there hand open some with  index middle and thumb finger only on the grip, and some with all fingers wrapped around, I also see some with a position of there hand holding flat on a wall, advice would be great, thanks all.
Kyle

[moebow]

See if this diagram helps.

 https://www.dropbox.com/s/g9ag4v0ap9pcdw8/Bow%20hand%20diagram.jpg?dl=0

[nhbuck1]

Perfect thanks Arne as usual your to the rescue, thanks coach
Kyle

[AzTBH]

Arne

Is the diagram the same for a longbow?  I shoot a BW PLX.

Thanks,
Ross

[AzTBH]

Arne

Is the diagram the same for a longbow?  I shoot a BW PLX.

Thanks,
Ross

[moebow]

Yes, it is good for all bow/grip configurations.
I too have a PLX and many Hill style bows and recurves and even (gasp) compounds it works for ALL!

Arne

[AzTBH]

Thanks Arne.

I fine it harder to have a consistent grip with the longbow than with the recurve.  Your diagrams really help and provides a visual that will help me achieve and consistent grip.

Good Shooting,
Ross

[nhbuck1]

Does any of this change from a high wrist style recurve?

[Sirius Black]

Arne is a great teacher, but if you would like shooting with a high wrist grip, check out G. Fred Asbell's lessons/teaching. He teaches that method well.