Entry level building laminated fiberglass bow

[vermonter1]

I’ve been shooting trad bows for many years and always wanted to build my own. Finally going to pull the trigger on this. Have basic knowledge of woodworking in general and much of the necessary equipment.
Is Bingham Projects the best way to get started?  I’ve been researching and watching every YouTube video I can find. Hoping to build a fiberglass laminated longbow for my first attempt, preferably a reflex/deflex or hybrid design. All suggestions as to getting started are appreciated. Thank you

[kennym]

Hi Dale,

Binghams is a fine place to start, lots of folks have.

The guys right here are more than happy to answer questions you may have, and here is yet another thing to look at...

https://www.kennysarchery.com/bow-build

Have fun!!!

[mmattockx]

Kenny is being modest, I would take his kit over Bingham's any day. You can order it the way you like and he can answer any questions you have along the way. Between Kenny and this forum it is completely possible to do a great job your first time out of the gate.


Mark

[Mad Max]

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[jsweka]

I started with Bingham’s only because that was before Kenny was in business.  Nothing wrong with Bingham’s, but Kenny is super fast with filling orders and responding to questions. I suggest you get in touch with to discuss what you want to build.

[GingerStick]

I started with binghams myself, but as stated by the other guy it was before I found out about kennys. Would highly recommend going with kennys for your 1st build, he'll get you set up 

[Buggs]

 I have been slowly going back thru the archives here and can tell you there is a ton of good info.
If half the folks who made the posts are still here, you will get some quality guidance on your build.
I don't think Binghams or any other retailer, has the resources to compare to the knowledge base available here.

[Jeff tech]

I got started with a straight Bingham Longbow. Then I went to the hybrid. I would myself start with a straight riser longbow. Then you can move up from there after You've learned a few things. JF

[Longcruise]

I got started with a straight Bingham Longbow. Then I went to the hybrid. I would myself start with a straight riser longbow. Then you can move up from there after You've learned a few things. JF

Good advice right there.

[Mad Max]

This is his first bow.
When you start changing things, it changes other things and you end up with a bow that is over/under weight.
Everybody wants there first bow to be the correct poundage.
Kenny has a Hybird  and so does Binghams.

If he works with Kenny he can get answers every day to questions.

KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid)

[Buggs]

Verm said he has woodworking gear, so forms and templates should not be a problem.
Might as well go all in, or go visit Kirk

[jess stuart]

I would go with a straight longbow for your first one.  More things can crop up than you can imagine and panic will ensue.  Several dry runs are a good idea too.  Good luck and keep us posted on your progress.

[Appalachian Hillbilly]

A lot of it depends on his skill level already with wood and the machinery he will be using .

My first bow AND limbs were ILF! Lay everything out, do tour research a d do several mock layups. There are many tips and tricks you will learn just by doing. I have only done a handful and each one is like doing it for the first time.

Keep notes!