Long bow project

[Mike]

No one told me that I had to un-string this thing. I've left it strung for 2 months now (because I shoot it everyday) and after un-stringing it today, it has curved limbs. I lost 1/2" of brace height. Did I ruin it? Stupid noob.

 

[5Cent]

No one told me that I had to un-string this thing. I've left it strung for 2 months now (because I shoot it everyday) and after un-stringing it today, it has curved limbs. I lost 1/2" of brace height. Did I ruin it? Stupid noob.

Aw shit, I hope it's not ruined, can't help ya.

 

[Milo]

It may recover some but probably not all.

 

[Mike]

Is this common with Hickory bows? Does it matter?

 

[Milo]

Is this common with Hickory bows? Does it matter?

It is common when strung for long periods of time with hickory. It does not recover like other woods.
I know you think it sucks but this will not be your last longbow and you have learned a ton.

 

[Mike]

Thanks Milo.

 

[Milo]

Thanks Milo.

Sorry bud but do not fear you CAN make another. Let it sit for a week and see what happens to it. You should shop around binghams bow building supply shop and see what is out there. Pretty neat and something to consider.

 

[Mike]

Not interested in building one yet.
Can you suggest a production or custom replacement in the $250 or less range?

 

[Milo]

Not interested in building one yet.
Can you suggest a production or custom replacement in the $250 or less range?

I have a 50 pound recurve you could use this year if you need. Its a recurve and not a long bow..if you keep an eye out on tradgang one may show up pretty cheap.

 

[5Cent]

Do we know what was lost here? Can the same forces not be put back on the bow in the opposite direction? Thinking a steam box here.

 

[Mike]

I have the bow loosely strung up backwards with weight on the paracord string I made. Milo told me the damage is already done to the fibers. I don't have a lot into this bow and it will look nice on the wall.