I decided to try something new (for me) for this year's bow trade.  I've always wanted to build a short d-bow based on several woodland influences.  Here's the mock-up I did for me before tackling my recipient's bow.  It's made from red oak and is 58" ntn, has a tempered belly, side scallops, and holds 3/4" of reflex.  It pulls 35#@26".  I was really surprised how well a simple bow of this design shoots.  It's comfortable, fast, quiet, and extremely light in physical weight (11 oz.).  Couldn't get a decent full draw, as I was snapping pictures with my iPad.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nice, 4est...

ditto

Nice bow

Nice looking bow 4est.

looks great forest. may just have to make one myself.

4est that's slick..board bow I presume?

PS How did that bow I sent you hold up?

Very nice looking!

4est
That is very nice.
Did you get the basic specs from Jim Hamms book,"Bows & Arrows of the Native Americans"?

Joe

It never ceases to amaze me.... with what you can do with red oak... your talent is quite amazing and often copied.... thanks for posting.

Thanks for the kind words, folks.  Yep, it's a board bow. And nope, I didn't get the specs per Jimm Hamm.  I had a little help from a fella over on Primitive Archer, studied the specs on some museum pieces...and had a little luck!  

Curt your bows are always impressive.   Very nice.

Very nice. Congrats on another great one...

Impressive....workmanship...thanks for sharing!


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glenn

Very Nice!

Thanks, fellas.     I had this one out shooting again today and really, really like it.  It shoots outstanding given that it's just a stupid-simple stick and string.

That is a great bow. And I have to tell you, it was your buildalong for a board bow that inspired me to get into bowmaking.
Thank you for sharing your skills and craftsmanship