Who has worked ERC as a self bow ?

[formerbutcher]

I have a stave that is just under 61" 2" wide and knot free. I'm looking for a design to make a bend in the handle unbacked 40# bow. Think it can be done ? Or should i back it with something ?

Thanks John

[mike mcguire]

thats kinda short for cedar,whats the draw length?

[formerbutcher]

Not sure yet, maybe 26-27"

[mike mcguire]

that is too long a draw for a 61in cedar, red cedar for that draw should be 70in to be on the safe side, buts that just my opinion

[formerbutcher]

Thanks Mike, Will see how it goes....this is all a learning experience for me, you just dont' know until you try !