Great work on this bow. I was wondering, do you have to use a specific type of wood, or do some woods work better than others? Like are some springier for instance for stronger force?
Great work on this bow. I was wondering, do you have to use a specific type of wood, or do some woods work better than others? Like are some springier for instance for stronger force?
Absolutely. Some woods are excellent for making bows and others won't work at all. Red Oak is easily accessible from hardware stores, is cheap, and great for beginners. More experienced bowmakers use yew, orange osage, hickory, ash, bamboo, etc. Depends on the type of bow and how strong you want the bow.