Broadheads

[stovie]

Stripping sinew is character building isn't it . Being metal it doesn't have to wrapped with sinew. You could use linen thread then varnish it to protect it.

You're right, I could use linen and varnish, but I wanted to experiment with sinew...and here is the result...

 

[British Red]

You're right, I could use linen and varnish, but I wanted to experiment with sinew...and here is the result...

That really is fantastic work Stovie - well ...I'm impressed!

Red

 

[leon-1]

Am I allowed to suggest ....... a day trip to Agincourt

Red

Nope you Cannot.

Stovie will have to work on a series of bodkins as otherwise it would not be in the true spirit of the venture.

 

[Dave Budd]

Heavy man. Nice work

the next step is to forge socketed broadheads. they're much stronger and lighter too

 

[stovie]

Heavy man. Nice work

the next step is to forge socketed broadheads. they're much stronger and lighter too
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Problem is, unless you get the sockets spot on, they just dont look right...they tend to look agricultural...

I'm pleased with the tanged efforts, and the weight difference is minimal...

 

[Snufkin]

They look very good with the sinew wrapping. Have you shot them yet?

 

[stovie]

They look very good with the sinew wrapping. Have you shot them yet?

Hopefully tomorrow...but only a field test...not what they are designed for...

 

[stovie]

Just by way of a quick test...bedded well into a straw bale...

 

[jerv]

nice photo. I think a dramtic archery photo competition is in order don't you?

 

[madrussian]

I have to say it again. When I grow up, I want to be like you. You are the man Stovie. :You_Rock_

 

[British Red]

Fantastic photo Stovie!

Needs a bit of Clannad playing!

When you need to make a few bob, I'll buy an ELB set from you with those Broad heads!

Just be a wall hanger though so probably a waste

Red

 

[Deleted member 4605]

Note to self: must stop reading Stovie's archery threads.

After I read this one I just had to go and shoot a few arrows. Made myself a a finger guard and an temporary (and rubbish) arm guard on the way out door. Took my time, had a few goes at targets - was pleased with my groupings - and then shot some in the field to see what sort of distance I could get. Eventually convinced myself it was time to come in, only to realise I had to pick the kids up in five minutes!