Mongolian Bow

Mongolian Bow — a historical bow from the great Asiatic archery traditions. Handcrafted for performance and historical authenticity. Each bow reflects centuries of bow making knowledge developed by the cultures of the Eurasian steppe and East Asia.

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Estimated Delivery Time: 3–6 months

The Mongolian Bow is one of the most historically significant bows ever created. Used by the archers of the Mongol Empire, it played a central role in the formation of the largest contiguous land empire in history.

Key Features

  • Historically inspired design from the Mongolian tradition
  • Compact and powerful reflexed profile
  • Optimized for thumb draw technique
  • Handcrafted laminated construction for durability
  • Suitable for mounted archery and traditional field shooting

The Lineage of the Bow

Characterized by its long siyahs and powerful reflex profile, the Mongolian bow offers exceptional arrow speed and stability during mounted shooting. The combination of horn on the belly, sinew on the back and a wooden core creates a composite structure of remarkable efficiency.

Modern Mongolian bows follow the same design principles that Mongol bowyers perfected over centuries. Each bow is built to provide the same mounted archery performance that made the Mongol cavalry one of the most formidable forces in military history.

The steppe does not forgive hesitation. The bow was built for certainty.

Specifications

Specification Details
Model Mongolian Bow
Bow Type Traditional Mongol Horse Bow
Bow Length 52 inches
Draw Weight Range 35–80 lbs
Construction Laminated wood with fiberglass backing
Handle Wood Ash / Walnut / Exotic Woods
String Type Dacron string
Recommended Shooting Style Thumb draw
Delivery Time 3–6 months

Custom Build Options

Standard Woods (Included in base price)

  • Ash
  • Walnut

Exotic Woods (+100 EUR)

  • Padauk
  • Wenge
  • Zebrano
  • Purpleheart
  • Rosewood

You can choose the wood used for the handle of your bow. Standard woods are included in the base price. Exotic woods are available as an optional upgrade and add +100 EUR to the final price.

Each bow is handcrafted and may show slight variations due to the natural character of the materials.

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My philosophy is rooted in the balance of respect. Respect for the natural wood, respect for the ancient geometry of the horse bow, and respect for the modern archer's need for consistency. Every limb is shaped by hand, every riser is polished until the soul of the wood reveals itself."

— Miško Rovčanin, Master Bowyer
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