Top products from r/Bowyer
We found 25 product mentions on r/Bowyer. We ranked the 35 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. 9" Shinto Saw Rasp
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 4
Hardened Steel TeethTeeth Designed To Prevent CloggingDouble sided: Coarse and Fine
2. Spyderco Tri-Angle Premium Sharpmaker Set with DVD and Two Sets of Alumina Ceramic Stones - 204MF
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
EASY TO USE, OUTSTANDING RESULTS - This has everything necessary to sharpen any type of edged or pointed tool in just a few minutes' time. Simply keep the plane of your knife’s blade vertical and draw the edge along each stone to sharpen.DURABLE DESIGN - The Sharpmaker has an ABS plastic base/stor...
3. Brownell Sport Pro B50 String 1/4 Blk
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Brand New & Original! Archery Gear Ready When You Are!
4. Wooden Bows: What I Wish I'd Known When I Started
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
5. Morakniv Classic No 2 Wood Handle Utility Knife with Carbon Steel Blade, 4.2-Inch
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Traditional craft/utility knife with carbon steel bladeRed ochre birch handlePlastic sheath with a belt clipLimited lifetime manufacturer’s warranty.Blade Thickness: 0.08" (2.0 mm), Blade Length: 4.2" (106 mm), Total Length: 8.3" (210 mm), Weight: 3 oz. (86g)
6. Epoxy Adhesive By 151
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Sticks: Ceramic, glass, wood, leather, fibreglass, plastics and paper.It automatically dispenses into equal parts with one pushApprox dry time 4-6 minutes.Brand New & Sealed
7. Crown 20180 6" x 3" Cabinet Scraper, Carbon Steel
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Exceptional quality tools from Crown Hand Tools Ltd, Sheffield, EnglandHardened and tempered high carbon steel1 piece only
8. Diamond Farrier HR15 14" Outlaw Horse Rasp and File
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Superior Performance in Both Wet And Dry ConditionsResists Clogging Due To the Angled Tooth FaceBoth Sides Are Safe 7/8"/22mm At PointRasp Teeth on 1 Side, File Teeth on Opposite, Single Cut on EdgesRasp Side Allows for Aggressive, but Controlled Hoof Removal
9. SE 3" Universal Aluminum Table Vise 360 Degrees Rotating - 8436MVC
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Rubber bumpers, aluminum bodyHead rotates 360° and tilts 45°Clamps onto surfaces up to 2" thickSecures an object to allow work to be performed on itGreat for artists, hobbyists, and jewelers
10. Fuji Merchandise K-45#1000 WHET STONE, One Size, Brown
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
The Package Length of the Product is 9.35 inchesThe Package Width of the Product is 2.8 inchesThe Package Height of the Product is 9.1 inchesThe package weight of the product is 2.5 pounds
11. TEKTON 6695 10-Inch Half Round Wood Rasp
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Half-round profile with rasp-cut teeth roughly shapes wood, leather, soft metals, and soft plasticsCoarse, individually cut tooth pattern quickly removes materialLarge, comfortable poly handle gives you a sure grip for controlled strokes and pressureAlways Guaranteed
12. Traditional Archery from Six Continents: The Charles E. Grayson Collection
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
13. Stanley 15-410 Rod Saw - Carbide Grit Blade, Hacksaw Blade
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Tungsten carbide particles enable blade to cut on both forward and reverse strokesStanley - Black & DeckerFits standard hacksaw frameLimited Lifetime WarrantyMakes thin straight cuts in ceramic, hardened steel, cast iron and masonryBlade Length - 10"
14. Stanley 12-404 No. 4 Adjustable Bench Plane with 2-Inch Cutter
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
9-3/4-inch adjustable bench plane with a 2-inch cutterHardened, tempered steel gives precision-ground cutter edge durabilityGray, cast-iron base with precision-ground sides and bottom; durable epoxy coating provides long-lasting protectionHigh-impact polymer handles and knobs are contoured and polis...
15. SnapOn 474-150-0.80 Bahco 6-Inch Cabinet Scraper
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Overall length of 6-InchCabinet scraperSpecifically for carpentry workBlade of cold rolled, hardened and tempered chrome nickel steelWhite plastic edge protector
16. Bahco 5-Inch 474-125-0.80 Cabinet Scraper
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Overall length of 5-InchCabinet scraperSpecifically for carpentry workBlade of cold rolled, hardened and tempered chrome nickel steelWhite plastic edge protector
17. Birchwood Casey True-Oil Gun Stock Finish 8-Ounce Liquid
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Introducing our new Gun Stock Finish first choice of professionals for stock finishing There is no better oil finish.Birchwood Casey gun stock finish has unique blend of linseed and natural oils dries fast and will not cloud, yellow or crack with age.One of the main feature of this Birchwood Casey s...
18. Bohning Pro Class Fletching Tool Right Clamp 1349
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Easy to OperateQuick set magnetic clampIncludes jig and right wing clampAdjustable to fit all sizes of shaftsPre set dial stops for consistent fletchingEasy to OperateQuick set magnetic clampIncludes jig and right wing clampAdjustable to fit all sizes of shafts
19. Stanley 21-296 Surform Plane, Regular Cut Blade
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Stanley - Black & DeckerManufactured with a metallic-gray, die-cast alloy bodyHigh-impact polymer handle holds up to heavy useFitted with a replaceable (10"/250mm) bladeLimited Lifetime WarrantyResilient enough to be used on materials that would dull a traditional bench plane bladeManufactured with ...
20. Stanley 21-295 Surform Flat File Regular Cut Blade
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Manufactured with a metallic-gray, die-cast alloy bodyHigh-impact polymer handle holds up to heavy useHigh Quality New!!!!!!!Limited Lifetime WarrantyManufactured with a metallic-gray, die-cast alloy bodyHigh-impact polymer handle holds up to heavy useFitted with a replaceable (10"/250mm) bladeLimit...
For a detailed overview on old bow construction materials, see if your library has or can get a copy of http://www.amazon.com/Traditional-Archery-Six-Continents-Collection/dp/0826217516 (ob. discl. I arranged for a second printing). Or see http://www.archerylibrary.com/
Bob W. Kooi has published a fair bit on the physics of archery, starting w/ his thesis: http://www.bio.vu.nl/thb/users/kooi/thesis.pdf --- I believe it touches on materials.
You should be able to get a good overview of recent developments at: http://www.archeryhistory.com/longbows/longbows.htm
Short answer:
Some materials were used anciently and until very recently such as steel.
My suggestion would be to focus on the traditional yew longbow (noting how new growth and old growth wood was used w/in a single stave to form the back and the belly, taking advantage of their differing properties) contrasting it w/ a modern longbow which is well-documented such as the ACS longbow (unfortunately bowmaker.net is off-line, try: http://peteward.com/test.adcockACS.html )
This rasp is great for rapid wood removal and medium wood removal Diamond Nicholson Farrier Rasp File, American Pattern, Rasp Cut, Rectangular, 14-Inch Length https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004HW6AV0?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
This one is cheaper and only 1 type of teeth but is half round. Great value TEKTON 6695 10-Inch Half Round Wood Rasp https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000NPT6RU?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
I don't know if those are available for you but I recommend them. You just need to make sure the tools you get don't leave any gaps in what you need your tools to do
This is what I've got So far it's done pretty good. Then went to Home Depot and bought a hatchet which really helps for slimming down the wood. But until I've got my own house (in an apartment right now) this is the best I can do :/
Thanks so much!
I do have a few questions, though. I was doing some reading on the sub before making my post, and I had seen some people recommending the Shinto Saw Rasp over the Stanley Surform Rasp (I assume that links to the correct one?). What's your opinion on the matter? I know nothing about rasps (Which I hope to correct) so I'm not sure what makes one rasp better than another.
Also, how does one determine what the draw weight of a bow that they've made is? Is there a way to alter it if it turns out it's too heavy? Again, I haven't read the books in full yet, but I just wanted to get that question out of the way while I was still thinking of it.
Are there any kinds of finishes that are more conducive to making a good seal on a bow that won't potentially affect it? (assuming that adding a stain or finish can affect the performance of a bow)
I've never made a bow, but I just finished reading Jim Hamm's Wooden Bows: What I Wish I'd Known When I Started; and thought it was a great introduction of bowyer terms and techniques, all completely new to me as a novice. Hamm is also a co-author of the the Bowyer's Bible series, which I think would be cool to dive into after banging out a couple crude beginner's bows.
https://www.amazon.com/9-Shinto-Saw-Rasp/dp/B004DIHDU0 amazing rasp - the open structure means it doesn't clog and it can remove material pretty dang fast.
thanks! i think im gonna grab this shinto saw rasp based on some other users comments. They seem to like it a lot more than the surform.
Last photo says .4" (I'm assuming diameter), which is a bit big.
Might want to try a chainsaw file. I picked up a set at Harbor Freight that have worked fairly well for a few sets of nocks. Like this. Should note they seem duller now and I keep a brass brush to clean it out, and one broke at the handle from pushing too hard, but that is typical Harbor Freight. There should be something higher quality on Amazon.
I've also seen some use a hacksaw with a rod saw blade like this one, but I haven't used that method myself.
Start by buying shafts. This is s great and affordable fletching jig: Bohning Pro Class Fletching Tool Right Clamp 1349 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000AVE3Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LOV1Bb6NVT9NM
Spend a little bit of money (Around $20-$30) to buy a Bench Plane, such as this. I found that this tool works really well for forming boards. However, you need to be really careful that you don't take off too much wood.
The Spyderco Sharpmaker is an easy way to get a nice edge. It is pricey at $56, but it should last you for years and years, and you can sharpen damn near anything with it, including scissors, chisels, awls, fishhooks, etc.
Also, /r/knives would be a better place to get answers to this question.
I second the Shinto: http://www.amazon.com/Shinto-9-Saw-Rasp/dp/B004DIHDU0
However, for finer tillering I prefer a good cabinet scraper
I have read a lot of good about Tru-Oil on other bow making forums. I am going to try it on my next bow and see how it does.
Depends on how into making bows you get. If you're just making one for a project you'll be fine I guess. But if you get addicted like the rest of us you will soon see how important the string is to a good bow. Dental floss can work in a pinch, but there is no substitute for Dacron woven into a flemmish twist. It's not hard at all to do.
https://www.amazon.com/Brownell-Sport-Pro-B50-String/dp/B000LC8144/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1498736893&sr=8-3&keywords=Dacron this is enough Dacron for dozens of strings.
http://www.stickbow.com/stickbow/features/flemishstring/flemishstring.html this is how to make a string. When you get the process down you can make a string in about 10 minutes.
This is the one https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-21-296-Surform-Plane-Regular/dp/B00002X1ZL
Here is the desktop version of your link
If you have something you can attach this to.
http://www.amazon.com/Diamond-Farrier-HR15-Outlaw-Horse/dp/B0015SUUK6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1427398129&sr=8-2&keywords=farrier%27s+rasp
http://www.amazon.com/Bahco-5-Inch-474-125-0-80-Cabinet-Scraper/dp/B0001P0PHW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1427398157&sr=8-2&keywords=card+scraper
While it really depends on just HOW fine and polished you want to make your edge, any old sharpening stone would do for ya.
I've gone through a few of these over the years, it's not so abrasive that you'll grind away half your knife by accident, but enough to make it work.
https://www.amazon.com/King-1000-Grit-Whetstone-Plastic/dp/B000OT1ZOC/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1481149234&sr=8-15&keywords=waterstone
I cannot recommend the double sided stones with the low grit on one side, high on the other. The grits get washed together and it kinda ruins both stones pretty quick.
I have spare wood from the same stave that I've been saving in case I needed to fill any holes. I'd heard that sawdust mixed with epoxy is good. I'll get pictures in a second.
EDIT: The main culprits. The first is some dead wood that could only be a couple of millimetres deep but it could be going diagonally through the middle of the stave (I am aware of how much of a problem that would be, no need to point it out unless anyone has a genius solution). The second is a knot that shouldn't be too much of a problem since it's just on the handle (you can see my pencil line on the right marking where the handle ends) but it's the worst know on the stave- there are a few others that are tiny.
I guess from your answer I don't have to worry about the type of epoxy or other glues. Would something as cheap as this do?