The Traditional Bowyer's Bible, Volume 1 Author: Jim Hamm | Language: English | ISBN:
1585740853 | Format: EPUB
The Traditional Bowyer's Bible, Volume 1 Description
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Released in 1992, 1993, and 1994, respectively, this trio provides a remarkably in-depth analysis of the bow from its construction to its correct use. Numerous types of bows and arrows from all over the world are discussed by leading experts in the field. The emphasis here is on the history of these weapons and methods for building them from scratch, just as they were made before the advent of firearms. Though this might not find a huge audience, it is nonetheless an excellent series.
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"For anyone interested in the bow as a hunting tool. . . endless fascination."--Field & Stream
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- Series: Traditional Bowyer's Bible (Book 1)
- Paperback: 320 pages
- Publisher: Lyons Press; 1st edition (March 2000)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1585740853
- ISBN-13: 978-1585740857
- Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 4.6 x 0.8 inches
- Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
(This review pertains to the first three volumes as a whole. I do not own the new 4th volume ... yet.)
The Traditional Bowyer's Bible can be reviewed fairly briefly.
On the pro side:
- The authors are traditional archery experts.
- The content is wide-ranging, covering longbows, recurves, flatbows, backed bows, composite bows, takedowns, asymmetrical bows, arrows, nocks, fletching, backings, finishing, tools, etc. Virtually every bow type is represented and from every area of the world and from ancient history to the present day.
- The books contain original material, such as information on hysterisis.
- The content covers basics to very advanced topics.
- Though the authors express individual preferences here and there(bow types, woods, etc.), taken as a whole the material is quite neutral and fact-based.
- Design is emphasized as much as construction, perhaps more so. I'd go further and say the intent of the series is to teach foundational material and definitely not to present simple how-to instructions. I've made bows using these books, but see comments below, too.
- There is very little throw-away material, here meaning text that preaches to the choir about the virtues of traditional archery.
On the con side:
- The material is topically organized (e.g., design, tillering, woods). While that's terrific for the topic, it isn't the best for the step-by-step how-do-I-make-a-bow reader. You really have to read the bulk of the material to put it together.
- These may not be the best books for someone just starting out in traditional archery. The authors presume basic knowledge of archery and terminology. A newcomer, unless extraordinarily enthusiastic, will be overwhelmed.
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