How Do You Make A Recurve Bow?
The recurve bow is known for the elegant curve at each ends of the bow. The recurve effect gives the bow more power to propel arrows further. Making a recurve bow is an art that takes patience. Step 1 Mark a line in the center of the board. Measure 3 inches on either side of the center line for your hand to grip. If your hands are larger, adjust the measurements accordingly. Step 2 Use your coarse rasp to gradually re-shape the wood above and below the gripping area. Step 3 File the thickness of the bow until it measures 5/8-inch at the gripping area, and 3/8-inch at the stave. Step 4 File the width of the bow to 2 ½-inches at the gripping area, and ½-inch at the stave. Make sure the both ends are even. Step 5 Use your smaller hand file to smooth and even out the bow. Step 6 File the gripping area until it fits your hand. Step 7 Cut a curve into the 2 by 4-foot board. Make sure the curve is as even as possible. Step 8 Boil a pot of water large enough to immerse up to 10-inches of your
