Self bow

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[edit] Definition and characteristics

A self bow is a bow made from a single piece of wood. Extra material such as horn nocks on the ends, or built-up handles, would normally be accepted as part of a self bow. Self bows may be of any side-view profile; moderate recurving can often be achieved with heat and force, and it normally increases arrow speed.

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In many parts of the world including much of Africa, the Americas, northern Europe, and Southern Asia, the great majority of traditional bows are self bows.



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[edit] Bow construction techniques

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