Getting a handle on longbow grips

[KSPete]

Hi all,
I am planning my first build and was wondering if I could get a good explanation on the key differences between a locator grip and recurve style grip for a longbow.  Spec's would be great.  Thanks!
Pete

[scars]

Locator Grip  - A handle design that is dished in such a way as to predispose the bow hand to consistent placement on the grip.

A recurve style grip can or is a locator style grip by the above definition. Most recurve grips are pistol grip types shaped to personal taste.

The bowyers bench forum has a glossary of terminology at the top of the page. That's where I got the quote from.  

Specs will be hard to give if no info on what type of bow you are planning to make.

Luck on your first build and welcome to TG