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Im interested.
Thanks,
Joe
I am putting together a group purchase for heavy-weight Hwarang bows (with real bark). Our group need one more person to make the purchase possible. Anyone interested in a 90# to 100# Hwarang bow?
Thank you...............that is what I was looking for. I personally have never come across any evidence that the Korean bow is derived from the turkish bow.
I do know of some avid turkish archers who have mentioned that, but when pressed to provide a reference, they never can.......
Thomas,
Can you elaborate on the benefits of this type of tiller, and do you agree with the comments above? Is this the type of bow that the Korean Tradition dictates?
It is simple to see the advantages..............that being said how come I never thought of it? 
In another thread, Mr. Duvernay was commenting on the tiller of the Traditional Korean bow. It sounds to be that a horn bow can be tillered in such a way, that when strung, the string will not be centered but fall in line with the edge of the bow. Either right or left handed.
It seems obvious the benefit of a bow tillered in such a way as this, and I would love to see some more discussion about it.
I was hoping someone could discuss any experience they have had, and the change in arrow spine that would come with a bow tillered in such a way?
Also, is this something that synthetic materials cannot handle? Is it possible to buy a Hwarang tillered in such a way?
Is this something that can be done with an existing bow?
Thank you,
Joseph
Wonderful idea......and it turned out nice.
Alright that jogs the memory now. It did not come all the way down the loop.
Have archers had troubles with this? Does the string wear out?
I can't remember for sure, but it sure does seems like the KTB had serving completely around the loops? Maybe Im mistaken as to what you are asking, but I don't remember it being any different than the SMB or Hwarang that I have had. But that might be a detail that I missed.
Joseph
Alright, just got off the phone with Dave at 3rivers and they advised it is the newer looking bow, and the all white bow should not be listed on the site.
Thomas, do you have any idea what the new Kaya will look like?
Joe
Choson,
I saw the same thing. I was going to call on it before ordering one. I will post again when I find out.
Joe
Thank you.
It would also be helpful if you could include some exercises that you were taught at the physical therapist.
Joseph
Thomas,
I am interested to know what you think about the technique that is described in the video above?
Thank you,
Joseph
Tony,
Welcome, that hwarang is a great bow, and the Korean Traditional bow as we know it today is unsurpassed in performance.
The saluki is a wonderful bow, and I too have one on order. I have owned a couple and they are very stable, and like Thomas said, a real piece of artistry.
What models do you have waiting? Please keep us updated as to how you compare the bows.
Joe
Just to reiterate what Blue Lake mentioned, the ring should fit in such a way that it is comfortable and not causing any pain.
Ive seen other do this, and it is almost always an indicator of a poor fitting ring.
Yes, I think that this can be done with the bent arm. I have been trying to work towards that end.
This technique also allows one to shoot a much stiffer arrow than is prescribed by most.......great recovery time for arrow.
This is precisely why I have been so reluctant to make the plunge into a Horn composite. Im fearful of not getting it right.
Also, it is rare that I have the time it takes to properly brace the bow and maintain while shooting. So, to have a bow that I can simply string and shoot...almost......has much appeal.
that is a wonderful bow though, and I would love to hear your comparisons vs the artificial materials.
Please keep us updated.
Joseph
Bob,
Im certain they use a pretty strong glue for that leather. Maybe they should use that same glue for the lams
Have you tried to peel it off? I had one that you could tell the lams were bad, but I continued to shoot it with impunity.
Please, let us know what you come up with.
Did you get my email?
Joe
Looking around for a heavier hwarang, anthing that might me 55# or more at 28.
Something close to a 70# at 32. The heavier the better.
thanks,
my email is joseph.garvon@gmail.com
Joe
I've wondered that many times. To look at that photo is a sad reminder of what happens when a people loose their culture.
Jamie,
That is all I needed to hear. Between the two of us, probably not too many bows that we don't have experience with.
Not sure if that is a good thing? 
That is the video!!
So do the Korean archers that propel the bow forward, are they getting around the paradox? Wouldnt this be beneficial in that one could use a heavier spined arrow?
Joseph
Why change? Other than aesthetic or grip, it is just about flawless in regards to a laminate. So impressive!
Many years ago, Mr. Park gave me one when he first started making them. It was really beautiful and felt good to draw. It was also a smooth shooter, although I think the cast was less than the full-laminate. I have a friend in the States who runs a kuksoolwon school and the only bows he would get from me for his students were the horn/laminate hybrids (he bought many).
Thank you Thomas,
Were these Hybrid's as I understand them?(Horn on belly and laminated back?)
Or was this one made of artificial materials that are supposed to feel like horn?
To be honest Im confused. It is advertised as artificial, but maybe it is a hybrid?
thanks you
Joseph
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
Mine looked similar, quite as bad as yours, but similar.
Washing detergent may help.
How do you compare the KTB to other Korean bows you have shot?
A general rule, is that a shorter brace height will provide better performance, with less accuracy and a potential string slap......and a longer brace height will provide better accuracy, with less performance.
With these little demons one will always have great performance, but to keep accuracy up I keep my brace height at about 5.5-5.75. Shoots well at that.
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