I received my new horsebow a few days ago, and today the weather was finally nice enough to go out and shoot it. I sold my longbow and got this because it fits my Roman impression.
It has a 60lb. draw, and shoots very nicely.
The first 4 arrows. My targets are extra fancy, dog food bags stuffed with Wal-Mart sacks.
I also recently finished my shield. It will be used for my Celt and Middle Earth Woodman impressions.
I used 1/4 inch birch plywood, backed with canvas and faced with wool. I painted it with flat exterior paint and sealed it with melted beeswax. It measures 16"x24".
I still need to edge it with rawhide.
This will be my core weapons kit for both Celt and Woodman, although to do eventually want a larger axe for the Woodman.
New bow, and shield.
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New bow, and shield.
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Re: New bow, and shield.
Very cool new weapons! I just received a new "horse bow" today, the one from Bows of the Risen Son. I have to say, it is smaller than I expected, but despite the blustery winds beating through this valley village it handles quite well, and I am falling in love with it. New toys are always great! Have fun with your new additions to your armoury!
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Re: New bow, and shield.
Shield looks good. Are you going to edge it with any reinforcements, like tabs or stitching? I was thinking the canvas might come loose or undone after some wear & tear.
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Re: New bow, and shield.
When i get more funds I am going to edge it in rawhide. I have not had any luck with the dog bone rawhide, so I am going to order the good stuff.
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