Manchu Bow

Manchu 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 Manchu Bow follows the design used by Qing dynasty military archers. Characterized by large siyahs and a long draw length, it represents one of the most powerful composite bow traditions in East Asian archery history.

Key Features

  • Historically inspired design from the Manchu 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

The distinctive large siyahs of the Manchu bow allow for a very long draw length, enabling the use of heavy arrows and powerful shooting techniques. This design gives the bow exceptional penetrating power and stability at range.

Under the Qing dynasty, archery was elevated as a core discipline of the ruling warrior class. The Manchu bow was not only a military weapon but a symbol of cultural identity and martial tradition that was actively preserved and practiced.

The bow that built an empire must be worthy of the empire it built.

Specifications

Specification Details
Model Manchu Bow
Bow Type Traditional Manchu Bow
Bow Length 60 inches
Draw Weight Range 40–90 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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