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Title: first split stave bow
Post by: stretch2 on July 03, 2009, 07:52:00 PM

here is a pic of my first attempt at a hickory split stave as you can see from my full draw pics it turned out whipended and its only about a 30 35 lb bow. i did have trouble when i tillered it on the lower limb but alll in all i am proud of it i would like to do another split stave but there so dang expensive. anyway let me know what you think
 (http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/stretch2/DSCN0706.jpg) (http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/stretch2/DSCN0705.jpg) (http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/stretch2/DSCN0704.jpg) (http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/stretch2/DSCN0703.jpg)

Title: Re: first split stave bow
Post by: stretch2 on July 03, 2009, 07:54:00 PM

i forgot the bow is 72 inches ntn about 1 1\\2 wide at mid limb

Title: Re: first split stave bow
Post by: George Tsoukalas on July 03, 2009, 08:33:00 PM

Congratulations on your bow, Split. It's not really whippy bit it is doing all of its bending in on spot on both limbs. It looks like it needs to bend a bit more just past the fades. The last 10 inches of both limbs need to bend also. Just something to keep in mind for your next one. Jawge

Title: Re: first split stave bow
Post by: Pat B on July 04, 2009, 12:12:00 AM

George always gives good information! Your bow looks good and your attitude will get you to your next bow. Keep it up and ask any questions you may have. We will walk you through the next one if you need.
   IMO, staves are best!!!

Title: Re: first split stave bow
Post by: DVSHUNTER on July 04, 2009, 01:00:00 PM

congrats on your bow, I just finished my first one too.  It also came in light, but I didn't care.  good luck.

Title: Re: first split stave bow
Post by: stretch2 on July 09, 2009, 01:53:00 AM

thanks for all the info and advice this is an awesome site