Amazonian Tribal Bow
Amazonian Tribal Bow — a handcrafted bow inspired by indigenous archery traditions. Each bow reflects centuries of ecological knowledge and cultural craftsmanship passed down through generations.
The Amazonian Tribal Bow is among the longest traditional bows in the world. Indigenous cultures of the Amazon basin developed these large bows for hunting in dense rainforest environments, where the ability to project an arrow with power through thick vegetation was essential.
Key Features
- Inspired by indigenous archery traditions
- Handcrafted using traditional construction principles
- Reflects deep ecological and cultural knowledge
- Unique design rooted in living archery traditions
The Lineage of the Bow
Built from palm wood or other dense tropical hardwoods, Amazonian bows are powerful self bows that leverage their extraordinary length for stability and arrow speed. The shooting technique developed in rainforest environments reflects the unique challenges of hunting in dense canopy conditions.
Amazonian archery traditions are among the living indigenous practices that connect modern indigenous communities to knowledge systems developed over thousands of years. These bows are not historical artifacts — they are active instruments in living cultures.
The forest does not yield to the arrow. The arrow learns to move through the forest.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Amazonian Tribal Bow |
| Bow Type | Traditional Amazonian Longbow |
| Bow Length | 72–84 inches |
| Draw Weight Range | 40–80 lbs |
| Construction | Traditional materials / laminated construction |
| Handle Wood | Traditional local materials |
| String Type | Dacron string / traditional materials |
| Recommended Shooting Style | Mediterranean 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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