wana learn to build. help

[okcaveman]

so i wana learn how to build a bow. was shown many years ago when i was still wet behind the ears. im afraid i may have forgotten most of it. can anybody help?

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Go to home depot and find a 72" or longer red oak board w/ straight grain lines on side/sides and straight down what would be the back. If you have a a table saw, band saw, jig saw or a power saw it will make it faster. cut out the shape of bow w/ little extra wood left on bow.

You then scrape the belly side with a rasp,knife,hatchet, planner or a cabinet scraper.

You will need a scale & bow tree/board to make sure the bow doesn't blow up on you. Plus it is a great way to get your bends just right & you hitting your draw weight.

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P.S. take pic's & post them for any & all Help. That is what Trad Gang is for.

[shawnee]

Caveman, where are you located in OK?  And are you wanting to build board bows, bows from staves, or laminated bows?

Make plans to attend OJAM next March.  Dates are March 19-22, 2009.  Location is just SW of Stillwater.  If you are serious about building a bow...especially from a stave, this is a must do if at all possible.  Lots of guys show up Thursday or Friday and leave with a shootable bow on Sunday.

Some of the best bowyers anywhere will be there, and available for help, advice, and guidance.

For a little more info:   www.ojam.org