Stick and String: A Beginner's Guide to Building Laminated Fiberglass Longbows Kindle Edition

REVISED AND UPDATEDStick and String takes the mystery out of building a fiberglass longbow. Written for the beginner, Stick and String, is an illustrated guide that breaks down the process of bow building into 22 easy-to-follow steps. Inside you will find:Information about bow designMaterials list of tools and supplies you will need upfrontInformation about epoxies and how to use them safelyGuidelines for selecting and grinding wood laminationsInstructions on building forms, heat boxes, grinding jigs, and tillering sticksInstructions for making Flemish-twist and endless-loop bowstrings and string-making jigsA section on how to avoid and correct common problemsSample layup formulas so you don’t have to start from scratchInstructions on creating tough and beautiful finishesA layup checklist to make sure you don’t miss anything importantDozens of photos to illustrate important stepsAnd much, much more!Most importantly, you will find a detailed 22-step process for building your laminated bow that eliminates the guesswork This book is a one-of-a-kind guide and reference tool intended to give you the necessary foundations in bow building techniques so you can build beautiful bows that will last a lifetime. Read more