"The Flat Bow" design confusing

[l979]

Hey there guys!
My lesson nr.1: knots go deeper then you think.

I started on a piece of Hickory and I know there should not be any knots in the wood but they were so small and I thought they would go away as the bow narrows. They're on the belly and left side and it will be backed. Am I wasting my time on this one?
 
Dan,
Thanks, I appreciate the offer!

[The Gopher]

i think you're OK to give it a try, especially with hickory. Just proceed with caution and as you start to stress the limbs keep an eye on the knots.

[hickorystyk]

I was taught to make the limbs equal length and the arrow rest is actually 1" higher than center.  It seems to work well (with correct tillering).  I guess it might make tillering a little easier but i don't know if that 1" out of center robs you of any speed or cast.  Thoughts?

[hickorystyk]

I was taught to locate the arrow rest 1" above the  center of the bow so the limbs are equal lengths.  I don't know if this robs the bow of any speed or cast but it seems to work well if tillered correctly.  Thoughts?

[hickorystyk]

Sorry for 2 post.  Having internet problems.