Korean Traditional Archery

North Korean Archery

2012-05-16T00:54:05Z

I'm occasionally asked about the state of traditional archery in NK, but I really don't know. However, I found the following picture in a book from NK (1995). I'm willing to bet it probably hasn't changed much...

SMG CARBON VS SMG ARTIFICIAL HORN BOW.

2012-05-13T14:41:29Z

Does anyone have any experience shooting the SMG Carbon and The SMG artificial horn bows?

How do they compare in performance, and durability? Does the look change at all?

Any information or experience with the artificial horn bow would be great appreciated.

I know the carbons are super fast, but am thinking about a heavier artificial horn.

thank you

Joseph

How to clean KAYA KTB fabric ?

2012-05-13T09:11:42Z

The new Kaya KTB is arrived; I've tested it and shoots well.

Unfortunately she has a defect: there are some parts of covering limbs fabric that are very dirty, seems motor' grease, see attached pic - sorry, i realised not to be able to insert an image into the post.
Could somebody suggests me how the fabric can be cleaned ( with dishwashing detergent and water ?... other cleaners ? ) or if there is any risk in doing so ?

I bougth it from an online dealer and as it seems only an aesthetic defect, I think it is not worth of starting a refund/return discussion with dealer.

Greetings from new member in Seoul, South Korea

2012-05-11T13:43:49Z

Greetings, dear members of korean traditional archery forum

I'm Jayjung Lee, a 21-year old South Korean university student who will be discharged from military service in a week.
(Yes, due to its special national security environment, the country requires all legible male adults to serve in the military for about 2 years, mandatorily)

I've become interested in traditional korean archery since 2004, and started studying the archery mainly by reading books, papers, and visiting museums. During the process have had met Artisan Mr. Young-gi Yu, one of the few traditional fletchers in South Korea, and joined the ATARN forums to ask some questions regarding archery. I remember Mr. Duvernay answering some of my questions, and though briefly, I have also seen him at International Archery Festival held at Cheonahn, South Korea in 2007. But at that time, I believe Mr. Duvernay didn't recognize me.

And now that I'am about to be set free from the long service in the ROK army, I'm planning to start learning traditional korean archery at Salgogee-jeong(살곶이정), near Hanyang University in Seoul.(Yes, I attend this university)
I'm humbly looking forward to receive your valuable advice. Thank you.

Sinsigel

A learner from Thailand

2012-05-10T13:58:46Z

Hello forumites, I had joined this wonderful forum for some time but didn't notice this forum til now.
I practiced gungdo from KHJ near sajik park when I was in Seoul. I am currently in Thailand and practice it in a shorter range.
It 's quite lonely as many people here practice western style archery. It 's great to join this forum and communicate with other traditional Korean bow guys.

My form is not yet consistent but I am trying to improve it.

Different Brace Heights

2012-05-08T01:54:06Z

Thomas mentions 5.5" as the optimal brace height for Korean bows. I understand a shorter brace height will invite forearm slapping by the bow string. Has anyone experimented with a longer brace height like 6.25"?

"Living in Korea" Traditional Archery Segment

2012-05-06T07:35:31Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=him6qDK1uCU

Hola from Costa Rica

2012-05-06T01:10:39Z

I live in Costa Rica, Central America absolutely new on KTB, Thanks in advance for your help.
Peace and Gratitude

New Windfighter

2012-05-04T16:38:27Z

Hi Guys, i´m about to close a deal buying 2 Kaya Windfighters, i don´t know why it usually is the underrated of the 3 Kayas, but judging by what i´ve seen in the videos of the youtube it´s a good shooter, i also liked the Kaya Khan, but 28# draw length isn´t sufficient.

Anyways, i was checking some arrows for it, and i have no idea what to buy, any ideas?
I found this ones, http://archery.ixpesports.nl/contents/e … rrows.html which one would be more appropriate? I intend to shoot up to 45 meters and 3D competitions.

Thanks,
Gabriel

Videos from ATA Show

2012-05-01T01:57:14Z

Part 1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=pl … zzU_SC3-u0

Part 2

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=pl … vhlNwykfWQ

Determining Knock point

2012-04-29T14:33:14Z

Does anybody have a specific way of determining knock point on the Korean bow?

I am trying to get the best flight from this smg as possible, but often am getting an arrow that is erratic in flight.

Perhaps it is the arrow?
Easton Carbon, 125gr field tip, 65-80 spine, and 4 inch feathers. I am drawing the arrow back to 32.5 inches.

The bow is 64@31.

Any ideas?

Maybe this question is in the wrong place?

thanks

Joe

Sugakji Technique

2012-04-27T23:45:55Z

As the topic implies, anyone here has extensive experience shooting with the pronged ring? I hear the release is different from the female ring.

Grozer Biocomposite Turkish Short 87#

2012-04-27T23:15:37Z

Raven is wondering the details of this bow; so here are some photos. Note I don't shoot with it. It's only for weight training and a collector's item.

Tong-ah Arrows

2012-04-27T11:56:04Z

Im looking to see if there is a formula for the tong-ah arrow.

Formula, meaning a lenght, or weight of arrow based on the draw weight of the bow?

I'm really excited about trying this, but would like to keep the bow in one piece. If any of you have had a bow blow up on you, you know what I mean.

Generally I try to keep my arrows 7-8 grains per pound of draw weight. Going to be very hard to maintain that with half an arrow

Any thoughts or ideas, and experiences would be appreciated.

raven

Show us your rings :-)

2012-04-27T02:27:52Z

Feel free to show your rings, whether they are ones you actually use or are ones in a collection.

Here are two in my collection. They are bronze and I bought them many years ago in an antiques store here in Korea.