Red Oak Pyramid Bow

Step 6 Now the scary parts start

Right now you have a bow shaped object, and you have to start working it into a bow. Start by easing all the corners, this will help prevent "lifting a splinter" when you start flexing the bow.  After that, cut a couple of thin wedges from scrap and lash then one inch from either end of the limbs.
Now make a heavy long string from some cord and we can start working the bow.

Comments

[naturegirl555]

Okay heres the deal, i am 15 and attempting to make my own bow just cuz i wanna and i understand everything so far but at this step, do you cut off an inch from the ends of the limbs or not? i thought by now you would be done cutting and just have to break it in.. and also how do you permanently attatch the cord when your finnished? do u just tie it on? thanks a bunch

[Oli_Sleven]

What are you using for your bow string?
The bow looks awesome, and I'm going to pick up some wood this weekend so any pointers would be lovely.

[nufdes]

Do you need to attach the nock's to do this?

[Tool Using Animal]

Yes, but not permanently, just whip them on real tight with some no stretching cord.

[koga95]

what do you mean by 'Start by easing all the corners,'

[Tool Using Animal]

I mean round them over, sharp edges result in what are called stress concentrations. If you round the corners the stresses are better distributed.

[Tgauchsin]

Great instructable! I may give it a go next time I work a few days at the Ambulance! Oh yeah, I have those shoes.