Making Replica Medieval Arrows - Video 8
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Uploaded by bigbowbrum on Apr 21, 2008
A step-by-step look at how I make 1/2" medieval-style arrows for use with a heavy poundage English Longbow.
The heads shown in the video are hand forged by Hector Cole and John Marshall. Hector can be Googled on the web or seen in person at major UK re-enactment fayres.
The music is by Ennio Morricone, made famous by the "Spaghetti Westerns" featuring Clint Eastwood.
Sorry, but I do not make arrows for other people.
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@ahvala7 Because I like to be different and making each video with a Mandolin playing in the background would get boring very quickly! :)
2 months ago 5
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this guy is awesome,
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Awesome video. Now i'd like to make my self :D
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Loved it.
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@bigbowbrum Thanks!
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@bigbowbrum I understand and I appreciate your work.
The result is very beautiful.
If you put some medieval music on the video he will have one authentic look.
I wiss you a good year.
God blessyou!
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Great videa man, completely inspired me to make some of my own. Doesn't look as daunting now that i've seen how it's done!
cdmacdonald2112 1 week ago
@cdmacdonald2112 Glad the video was of use to you, and thank you for letting me know. Good luck with making your own arrows. As you rightly say, it's not as bad as you might think. Best wishes!
bigbowbrum 1 week ago
I wonder can you use cider instead of ash or poppel? I've had a hard time trying to find ash or poppel shafts in sweden. I got a 60 pound bow but i will upgrade to one probably around 110 pound soon, so i wonder if cider is good enough?
Rhonerin 2 weeks ago
@Rhonerin I wish I could give you an answer but not being a bowyer I haven't had that much experience with different woods, and certainly have never used Cider nor heard of anyone else doin so. If you do have a go then I would be very interested to hear how you get on though. Good luck if you do have a try!
bigbowbrum 1 week ago
Lovely! That's a real craft.
How heavy is that bow you're shooting at the end, 100lb? It looks like a monster! I pulled on a 60lb recurve not so long ago and nearly dislocated my shoulder :o(
paulalford100 3 weeks ago
@paulalford100 Thanks Paula. Yes that's my English yew bow with a draw weight of 100lbs. I have another that weighs in at 123lbs but that can be quite a struggle on cold days! :)
bigbowbrum 2 weeks ago