Historical replicas
Description:
Minimum weight 1/4lb (113.4g)
Nock:
A horn reinforced self-nock (reinforcement approximately 2”). A slot depth of around ¼" is suggested.
The nock does not need to be further reinforced with bindings but this may be advisable for longevity and safety.
Shaft:
Any indigenous hard wood is acceptable but the denser woods like oak, ash or birch may be needed to make the weight. Either a torpedo or bob-tailed shaft profile is acceptable.
Minimum shaft diameter at the shoulder 1/2”
Minimum shaft diameter at the nock 3/8”
Minimum Shaft length (bottom of nock to shoulder) 30 ½”
Fletchings:
Fletchings must be cut in a triangular pattern with a trailing rear edge as nature intended.
The fletchings may be bound on but this is not required.
Minimum length 7 3/8”
Minimum height 5/8”
Head:
A heavy hand forged plate-cutting bodkin must be used.
| wood | iron head | steel hardened head |
|---|---|---|
| ash | 19,00 € | 23,00 € |
| oak | 20,00 € | 24,00 € |