Category: Master Bowyers
Our Introduction
Jan Franko is more than a name; it is a standard of traditional archery. As the founder of the Academy, Jan Franko serves as the bridge between the world’s most elite bowyers—like KadysBows, Harvey Archery, and MR Bows—and the archers who seek more than just equipment.
With training grounds in Slovakia and a global digital presence, the brand focuses on the mental and physical synthesis required for instinctive shooting. Every bow curated under this name has been vetted for its balance, historical integrity, and soul.
Models
Traditional Archery • Steppe & Mountain Expeditions
Products
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MR Bows
Aga
The Aga is a handcrafted bow by master bowyer Miško Rovčanin of MR Bows, Serbia. Inspired by historical warrior traditions and built using modern laminated construction for durability and reliable performance. Custom build available with choice of handle wood. Delivery time: 3–6 months.
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Kady's Exclusive Bows
Aspid-Puzzle Longbow
The Kadys Aspid Puzzle is a handcrafted traditional European longbow by master bowyer Sergey Tolochko of Kadys Bows, Ukraine. Built with meticulous attention to balance, performance and the spirit of the longbow tradition.
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Harvey Archery
Crowned Eagle
A 60-inch hybrid longbow featuring a bamboo core for speed and a forgiving reflex-deflex profile. Handcrafted in South Africa by Harvey Archery.
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MR Bows
Despot
The Despot is a handcrafted bow by master bowyer Miško Rovčanin of MR Bows, Serbia. Inspired by historical warrior traditions and built using modern laminated construction for durability and reliable performance. Custom build available with choice of handle wood. Delivery time: 3–6 months.
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Kady's Exclusive Bows
Hunting bow “Leon”
The Kadys Leon is a handcrafted traditional hunting bow by master bowyer Sergey Tolochko of Kadys Bows, Ukraine. Built with meticulous attention to balance, performance and the spirit of the hunting archery tradition.
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Kady's Hunting Bows
Hunting bow “Lynx” – 1
The Kadys Lynx-1 is a handcrafted traditional hunting bow by master bowyer Sergey Tolochko of Kadys Bows, Ukraine. Built with meticulous attention to balance, performance and the spirit of the hunting archery tradition.
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Kady's Hunting Bows
Hunting bow “Lynx” – 2
The Kadys Lynx-2 is a handcrafted traditional hunting bow by master bowyer Sergey Tolochko of Kadys Bows, Ukraine. Built with meticulous attention to balance, performance and the spirit of the hunting archery tradition.
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MR Bows
Krstaš
The Krstaš is a handcrafted bow by master bowyer Miško Rovčanin of MR Bows, Serbia. Inspired by historical warrior traditions and built using modern laminated construction for durability and reliable performance. Custom build available with choice of handle wood. Delivery time: 3–6 months.
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Harvey Archery
Lammervanger
A 68-inch competitive longbow designed for tournament compliance with enhanced reflex-deflex speed. Handcrafted in South Africa by Harvey Archery.
Craftsmanship
Every bow is made using traditional laminated construction. Multiple layers of wood and modern materials are combined to achieve strength, flexibility, and long-term stability.
The shape of each bow follows historical references from Asiatic and steppe archery traditions.
Special care is taken in selecting the wood, shaping the limbs, and finishing the handle to ensure smooth draw and reliable performance. No two bows are exactly the same. Each piece reflects the character of the materials and the work of the bowyer.
Philosophy
The arrow does not seek the target, it simply finds its way when the mind is no longer in the way. Discipline is not a restriction, but the architecture of freedom.
— Jan Franko
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