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Traditional Bowyer's Bible Volume 1 Paperback – July 27, 2018

by Jim Hamm (Author), Tim Baker (Author), Paul Comstock (Author),
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The Traditional Bowyer's Bible is a remarkably in-depth analysis of the wooden bow from its construction to its correct use by leading experts in the field. The emphasis is on the history of these weapons and methods for building them from scratch, just as they were made before the advent of firearms. Invaluable information for anyone interested in the age-old lure of archery.
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    Traditional Bowyer's Bible
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    6 x 0.73 x 9 inches
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (July 27, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1721670076
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1721670079
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.37 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.73 x 9 inches
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Jim Hamm from an early age was fascinated with the challenge of crafting wooden bows by hand, as had Native Americans and ancient people across the world. After spending forty years making well over a thousand bows, and authoring and co-authoring ten books, he's emerged as one of the pioneers of the modern resurgence of traditional archery.

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Alex B.
5.0 out of 5 stars Still the best
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023
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This series really understands bow performance, materials, and design to a deep level. Wood selection, grain, sourcing, age, humidity, storage, are all explained clearly with good illustrations.

Humor and anecdotes are blended in for spice. A good read.

The authors really only care about straight self bows, so if you're looking for advice about recurves or laminations, or non-American bowmaking, forget it. I guess they do touch on sinew now and then.
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David M. Healey
5.0 out of 5 stars Once you go traditional, you never go back
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2016
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This is an awesome book that really gets to the heart of what archery really is. It takes the reader beyond the store-bought, high-tech gadgetry that looks and acts more like a rifle than a bow. The essays within, written by a group of traditional bowyers, explores the deep and profound essence of archery by making and using traditional archery gear at home. It opens up new worlds for archers, over and above just climbing a tree and ambushing a deer with space age equipment. It describes a world where archers can reconnect with archery's historical roots, creating a richer and fuller experience and returning hunting back to the realm of fun and enjoyment from the job-like drudgery where hunters are only concerned about the size of a deer's antlers. In the years that I have been shooting traditionally, I have never met a former traditional archer switching to a compound bow; they have all switched away from the gears and pulleys to using more traditional equipment and have never looked back. I would recommend getting the entire series that covers almost every detailed aspect of making and using traditional archery gear, and also contains some historical information about what our ancestors used. It's a great way to really reconnect with nature without having to shell out thousands of dollars to get started, and a much better use of free time than watching ridiculous people on TV act stupidly.
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D. Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars This series is the definitive source on the topic of making traditional wooden bows
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2013
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There are many good books for the amateur bowyer interested in making self bows, but really this is the only place you need to start. This four volume set contains enough great material to take you a long way in making traditional bows and arrows. It's also something of an historical document since over the course of publishing the four volumes the authors were obviously learning more about bow making. The only criticism I can make is that the books aren't organized as a reference. They are a collection of individual articles on different topics in bow making. Also, the first three volumes don't have an index. This means that if you are looking for a particular topic, you have to guess from the table of contents where it is. Small quibble.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Adequate
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2023
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William Kunkel
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Price!
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2019
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Have all 4 books now, this book was a replacement for a book that disappeared from my garage!! This Series is a "Must Have" for Anyone wanting the Information on making their own Archery Equipment.
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Jeff
5.0 out of 5 stars VERY COOL!!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2021
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AWESOME BOOK!!!!!!!!
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Chris Nicholas
5.0 out of 5 stars Great series
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2015
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I have read the first two volumes in this series and learned enough to successfully build my first hickory flat bow. The contents cover everything you need to know to get started, from wood selection, tillering to bow strings, and finish. Also, if you like history, the history of bows and bow styles are well covered. You will not be disappointed.
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Crista
5.0 out of 5 stars Very detailed with pictures.
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2020
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Very helpful book for making a long bow and arrows.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 9, 2021
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A brilliant book that is well written and very informative. The book is loaded with information and history and written my masters in the craft of bow making. This is a book that you will read several times and constantly refer back to.
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Geoff H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on June 21, 2017
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Great to finally read this classic
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Paul Hales
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Australia on June 15, 2015
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excellent, well thought out and informative
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5.0 out of 5 stars I got all 4 volumes and consider it a good investment.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 29, 2018
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Essential reading for anyone starting out. I got all 4 volumes and consider it a good investment.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Bow makers reference material
Reviewed in Australia on October 16, 2015
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The book gives a great overview of the art of bow making
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