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(1 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)

Tervetuloa, Arto!

big_smile

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(4 replies, posted in Bows)

Different Korean bowyers will vary a little, but they tend to do many things similarly.  The tools you will mostly see them use are saws, hand adzes, chisels, and various knives and scrapers.  The surfaces themselves are flattened with a variety of what I mentioned, along with the bowyer's skill and many years of experience.

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(1 replies, posted in Buy/Sell/Trade)

Hi MSR.SDG,

I'm REALLY sorry to hear that.  What is there about Korean traditional archery that wasn't right for you?

I've seen all types of releases by all levels of archers.  Some give the torque, while other don't; some cant their bows, while others are perpendicular to the ground.  Personally, I was taught by a 명궁 (myeonggung/master archer) to do the torque twist, along with a slight dip of the upper limb upon release.  In the end, I would say try everything, and go with what works best for you.

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(1 replies, posted in General Interest)

Just in case you hadn't seen it, here are the two parts of my ebook:

Part 1: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N31GFHU/re … amp;sr=8-2

Part 2: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NAQMVFX/re … amp;sr=8-1

A former Korean bowyer--a friend of mine--Geuk-hwan Park (박극환), produced a 예궁 many, many years ago.  I helped him at some stages.  After he finished, he was extremely worn out, and not long after had a brain aneurysm that paralyzed him.  As far as I know, the bow is still in his possession, although he was, at one time, planning to put it up for sale. 

Here is a FB album on the making of that bow (It's "public", so everyone should be able to see it).  Also in the album is a 목궁, which is now in my collection.

https://www.facebook.com/thomas.duverna … amp;type=3

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(15 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)

rickcampbell81 wrote:

Nice to meet you everybody!  smile

Welcome!

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(9 replies, posted in Thumb Rings)

fishassassin501 wrote:

I have just started shooting using a thumb ring on a traditional bow, but after shooting today I am convinced I am holding the ring wrong or have the pressure from the string acting on the wrong part of my thumb. If any one could give me any tips or pointers on how to properly use (proper position of thumb ring when bow is at full draw) and draw with a thumb ring, or any tips what so ever, it would be greatly appreciated.

Many thanks
Joe
https://gyazo.com/989f36778ffc3de3825bd5e5ac498784 thumb ring https://gyazo.com/2569fe57f2143c769cb82342757e7c1a pain

You might wish to try a different style of ring, as the one you are using looks like it would cause quite a pinch point.

Well, now that it's winter break, I was able to work a little on an ebook edition of my book on Korean traditional archery.  I split the book into two parts:

Part 1: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N31GFHU/re … amp;sr=8-2

Part 2: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NAQMVFX/re … amp;sr=8-1

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(2 replies, posted in General Interest)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5Gvjbt4u8U

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(2 replies, posted in General Interest)

It's almost that time for those who wish to do a New Year's Arrow.  I've been doing it as a tradition since the 1999/2000 New Year.  To take part, simply launch an arrow a couple seconds before midnight on New Year's Eve, so that it lands in the New Year.  Group volley shots would be great and videos are encouraged!  (Maybe even FB live)  Whatever you do, please report back here... smile

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(8 replies, posted in Bows)

dave42 wrote:

Sorry that I was being vague; are there any guidelines on how thick the grip should be?

Ah.  No, not really.  Often the grips come oversized and are whittled down until they fit comfortably.

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(9 replies, posted in Bows)

Great job!

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(4 replies, posted in Bows)

A_Locomotive wrote:

Hi, I was hoping for some input. I am getting weird arrow flight with my bow, have since I got it, I assumed it was something with my form or inconsistency in how I shoot but now that is am final getting used to my bow and comfortable with the draw weight I am not so sure. They don't fly straight they tend to be a bit all over the place. I am wondering if maybe it's my knock point or even the arrows spine. My bow is 61.5#, and the arrows are 9 don, I don't what that converts to. Here is a photo of my knock point if it helps. I plan to ask master Kim they next time I get to his range but I am not 100% sure when I will next be able to go yet.


The nocking point is, approximately, 3" above the balance point on the string (which is the bottom of the center serving on most Korean bows).  It is above the top of the grip.

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(8 replies, posted in Bows)

dave42 wrote:

Are there any specific guidelines about how this should fit in your hand aside from fingers should not be touching the palm?

The grip of a Korean bow should be placed diagonally across the palm, with the bottom of the grip pushing into the heel of the palm.

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(8 replies, posted in Bows)

Pedro C wrote:

didn't know the horn bows used wood for the jum-tong

Yup.  It's just a small, crescent-shaped piece of wood.

http://www.koreanarchery.org/jumtong1.jpg

http://www.koreanarchery.org/jumtong2.jpg

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(17 replies, posted in Arrows)

We had a cresting jig in my old club that had absolutely no motor; it was made with rollers, which one just rolled with their fingers.  It worked great.  I'll add some photos I took a dozen years ago...

http://koreanarchery.org/crest1.jpg

http://koreanarchery.org/crest2.jpg

http://koreanarchery.org/crest3.jpg

http://koreanarchery.org/crest4.jpg

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(8 replies, posted in Bows)

DaveSea wrote:

Hi,
I am wondering what is under the wrap of the Korean bow handle?  wood? foam?  How is it done?

Thanks
Dave

Under a true horn bow, it is oak; under a laminated traditional bow, it is either hard foam or rubber.

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(19 replies, posted in Black Powder Firearms)

I have an action (.45-70) and a long-range hexagonal barrel in with my hometown gunsmith.  However, he hasn't had time to assemble them for me.  Still, after I finally get it, I'm not exactly sure what I will do with it, as I only have about 100m to shoot...

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(19 replies, posted in Black Powder Firearms)

Pedro C wrote:

Awesome, thanks!

If you'd like some help in assembling something, let me know.  Been there, done that...

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(15 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)

morton509 wrote:

All this makes me really appreciate Master Kim in Valley Center, CA.  His shooting range is open to everyone interested.  No weird formalities, just nice normal people shooting in a beautiful setting.

My son and I visited him back in 2004 when we took my late parents on a cruise from LA to Ensenada.  His sajeong was still under construction, but we still enjoyed shooting for the day (and a delicious meal back at his place).  I'm happy to call him a friend, and really like what he's doing.

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(15 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)

Pedro C wrote:

That sounds pretty bad. Is "kukgung" a different thing at all?

Same thing, different name.

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(19 replies, posted in Black Powder Firearms)

Pedro C wrote:

Yet most of the Remington Rolling Blocks I see on gun broker are over $700, while I can find Lee Enfield No. 4s for maybe $400... too bad they require an FFL
It'd be great if someone made cheap but decent clones. I assume they could be worth $150 for maybe 3 MOA since the action is simple and whatnot. It'd be a great starting rifle ...

While I've gotten some great deals on Gunbroker in the past, many people advertise things with an asking price well above where it should be.  There are many RRBs that can be found for much lower than that; you might have to deal with an off-caliber or banged-up stock, but they're there.  You might also like to put your own together; I did that with a couple of them.  You get an action, barrel, stock, and a very serviceable piece can be made.  I have a wonderful .50-45 Navy carbine repro I did that way; I got an original barrel, had a bottom extractor machined into the action, and bought an original butt and forestock.  It is an exact reproduction of the original, but at a fraction of the price.  Check out http://www.rollingblockparts.com/  They did the action for me.

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(15 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)

geoarcher wrote:
BladeandBow wrote:

Hi and thanks! Unfortunately, we're in Suffolk county but its also mostly a sword art/ tae kwon do school. The sword half of the school switched to the Kummooyeh Federation which still primarily focuses on swordsmanship but incorporates some kuk kung as well (and a bit of meditation). The school may eventually offer classes/ range time for anyone who just wants to practice archery but right now we're still learning. We're also not large enough to have anything near the full 145m range...though I'm not opposed to knocking down a wall to make room:P

Interesting.  Yeah I'm trying to keep track of how many Korean archery schools/centers of learning there are here in the States.  As of now I think the only learning resources would be Master Kim's out in California (and maybe one other out there), bluelake's seminar in Michigan, and now what you guys are trying to establish although I thought I heard something about a school up in Massachusetts.  Compared to Kyudo in the states, Gungdo seems to have a smaller foot print in terms of these resources.  On the east coast alone I can name off at least three Kyudo learning centers that are fully established and there's probably a few more.  For Gungdo its barely even one.  hmm

But anyway I wish you luck and success in establishing your curriculum.

The problem with gungdo is that the governing body in Korea is highly political, so they only grant status to places that have a political connection to them.  Anyone who establishes an association, club, etc. outside their control gets blacklisted (and anyone who joins becomes persona non grata).

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(15 replies, posted in New Member Introductions)

geoarcher wrote:

Interesting, there's a school for Gungdo in NY?  By any chance is this around Bayside? 

Anyway Welcome! big_smile

Without knowing, I would guess it might be Kuksoolwon, which incorporates gungdo into its activities.