Top products from r/TraditionalArchery
We found 6 product mentions on r/TraditionalArchery. We ranked the 6 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Straight and True: A Select History of the Arrow
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Show Reddit reviews2. Shooting the Stickbow: A Practical Approach to Classical Archery
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
Show Reddit reviews3. Rush Creek Creations Rustic 2 Compound Bow - 12 Arrow Wall Storage Rack - 5 Minute Assembly - Handcrafted
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
UNIQUE HUNTING BOW & ARROW STORAGE: Handcrafted wall rack stores and displays up to 2 compound bows and up to 12 field-tip arrows (bows and arrows not included)STURDY PEGS: Extra long wood pegs to secure bows and easy arrow placement on rackDURABLE MATERIAL: Solid pine and triangular design enhance ...
Show Reddit reviews4. Gorilla Super Glue 15 Gram, Clear, (Pack of 1)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Impact Tough: Unique rubber particles increase impact resistance and strengthAnti Clog Cap: Keeps glue from drying out. It's Gorilla Tough use after useFill level is 15g.Versatile: Bonds plastic, wood, metal, ceramic, rubber, leather, paper, and more. Fast-setting: Dries in 10-45 seconds, no clampin...
Show Reddit reviews5. Bear Archery 1st Shot Youth Bow Set – Flo Green
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Beginner bow set comes ready to shoot with two Safetyglass arrows and targetSet also includes finger rollers, armguard, and arrow quiverRecommended age range for children is 4 to 7 years oldFeatures 8-12 lb. draw weight and 14- to 16-inch draw length range36-inch long ambidextrous bow features durab...
Show Reddit reviews6. Marksmen 12 33 inch DIY High Grade Bamboo Arrow Shafts. Super Straight Strong Archery (65-70 lbs shafts)
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Number of reviews: 1
Carbonized bamboo for strength and to seal them. (Select Shaft Strength)2-3 bamboo nodes per arrow, approximately 10-13 inches apart from one anotherMore durable then wooden arrow shafts, Great diy shafts for archery hunting, Build your own great highest rated shaft you can.Weight is about 26 grams ...
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Ok so This might get a bit long. and I apologize if you already know some of this, just being complete
tools:
I get most of this from 3-Rivers because they have everything you'll need but look elsewhere as needed. They also have some videos on there site on how to use the tools.
Taper Tool This will cut the taper for the nock and point. The 5° for the point and 11°C for the nock. Get the right size for the shaft diameter you use.
Fletching jig (answered elsewhere)
fletching glue: I use either Fletch-it or Gorilla super glue
Nock glue: same as fletching glue
Point glue: I use the Boehning Ferr-L-tight I have never had a problem with it them falling off even in the desert heat. Need a heat source; candle, alcohol lamp, etc.; to melt the glue to use. Some people use epoxy the main draw back is if you want to change or salvage points.
Something to cut the shafts to length.
Finish and or paint of your choice
pliers for putting on nocks if you use hot glue they will get hot
cup of water to cool the points when they are installed
Spine weight calculator My favorite tool for getting a starting point on the proper spine weight
components
Shafts: Lofts of good options with different properties but for simplicity right now go with Port Orford Cedar its is the cheapest option that I have found and the lightest. Pick either 5/16 or 11/32 depending on the spine weight you need.
Field Points Pick the same diameter as the shafts you selected and for simplicity go with 125 grain points. Because that is the weight that is assumed to be used in the spine weight of the shaft.
Fletching I assuming you want feather fletching if you're making wood arrows. Pick either shield or parabolic cut and the colors your want. Go with 4-5 inch long feathers.
Nocks Pick the size based on the shafts diameter and pick your color. These are the only nocks I'll use, there are others but they have never let me down.
Simplified Process
This can be done in groups just giving as doing one arrow for simplicity and once you know what your are doing some of these steps can be done in a different order
9 Fletch: The True Flight fletching guide does a better job of explain it than I ever could
and you are done.
It really is that simple. I have made (and broke) bunches of arrows so if you have questions ask away. I can elaborate on different parts if you have specific questions or wondering what to do when you get the parts in.
For more of a toy approach to get a kid interested: https://www.3riversarchery.com/kid-bow-and-arrow-set.html
For more of an actual bow:
https://www.amazon.com/Bear-Archery-1st-Shot-Youth/dp/B00R3A79HW/
I don't own either of these, I've just been shopping around for my daughter, who is only 4 months old.
It seems to be the Rush Creek Rustic 2-bow stand. I'm definitely getting one for myself when I have some spare cash.
These aren't bad at all, either: http://amazon.com/Marksmen-Bamboo-Shafts-Straight-Archery/dp/B01MF8LYJE
This is what got me started. It's a full text book that will get you from unboxing your first bow and not knowing what the hell to do with it to putting 3 inch groups on target at the range.
https://www.amazon.com/Shooting-Stickbow-Practical-Approach-Classical/dp/1602642443