Thanks!
I guess 15% isn't too bad, especially if it can be "reset".
This was one of those things I was curious about but never found written down.
2 2014-06-16 04:09:36
Topic: Question on War-Time Korean Archery (2 replies, posted in History)
After watching the videos of the preparation and time required to properly string a traditional Korean horn bow, (and after watching some Korean historical dramas/movies) it gave me a few questions to ponder:
Did war-time archers go through this same process before battles began, or did they already have their bows strung?
Is the practice of un-stringing a bow not in use just a modern thing?
3 2014-06-13 00:58:52
Re: WTS/WTT - Hwarang 55# @ 28 (Price lowered) (5 replies, posted in Buy/Sell/Trade)
Sorry, I keep forgetting to check here.
It is 49", but currently sold, pending funds.
4 2014-05-30 02:10:41
Re: WTS/WTT - Hwarang 55# @ 28 (Price lowered) (5 replies, posted in Buy/Sell/Trade)
amed wrote:
Im a 5'8" tall male. Does this bow suit me? Im also a rookie. This is my email. ahmedyusoff81@gmail.com
Hi amed,
I wouldn't recommend this bow for beginners. I would suggest something like a Samick SKB or Kaya KTB at around the lowest poundage (30-35#). That way you can get your form down and shoot lots of arrows for practice without getting fatigued.
This size bow would be fine for your height however.
- Ryan
5 2014-05-12 17:58:14
Topic: WTS/WTT - Hwarang 55# @ 28 (Price lowered) (5 replies, posted in Buy/Sell/Trade)
SOLD
6 2013-03-27 16:05:58
Re: Do you write your name on your bows? (5 replies, posted in Bows)
It'll probably be a while before I get a nickname then. 
Where on the bow do you write?
7 2013-03-23 08:12:06
Re: Do you write your name on your bows? (5 replies, posted in Bows)
I don't have an archery nickname yet unfortunately. 
What do you use to write your name on the bow, and is it always in Hanja?
8 2013-03-22 22:00:43
Topic: Do you write your name on your bows? (5 replies, posted in Bows)
This may be a silly question, but I was wondering if there was any tradition to write your name on a bow in Korea (or elsewhere, like Europe).
It seems like if there are lots of them of a similar style, there could be some confusion as to which bow is which.
What about modern bows? Do people mark them at all?
Do any of you write your name on your bows?
9 2013-02-27 16:50:09
Re: Draw Weight For A Beginner (2 replies, posted in Technique)
Thank you for your reply.
I ordered the 30# SKB, but it's unfortunately on a long back-order.
The spine chart from the website I ordered seemed to indicate that even with a 30# bow, if I draw back by 30-31", then a stiffer spine is needed.
10 2013-02-26 17:20:42
Topic: Draw Weight For A Beginner (2 replies, posted in Technique)
Hello,
I would like to start practicing Korean traditional archery with a thumb ring, but the bow I've ordered (a 55# Hwarang) won't be coming for 1-2 months.
I've learned in the mean time, that a beginner such as I would likely be better off with a lighter draw weight so I can focus more on my technique instead of fighting the bow.
For this purpose I was thinking of getting a Samick SKB bow to practice the thumb draw until I'm ready for the Hwarang.
Would 35# be low enough for this, or should I go for the 30# SKB?
I am 5'10" (177.5cm) and 230 lb (104kg) with a wingspan of about 68-70" (173-178cm). I have drawn traditional western 45# and 55# recurves without too much trouble, but that was a few years ago.
Also would the 55-60# spine cedar arrows I ordered be usable with the lighter weight SKB?
Thank you,
- Ryan