Native American Bow
Native American Bow — a handcrafted bow inspired by indigenous archery traditions. Each bow reflects centuries of ecological knowledge and cultural craftsmanship passed down through generations.
Native American bow making represents one of the most diverse archery traditions in the world. Across hundreds of distinct cultures spanning an entire continent, indigenous peoples developed bow designs uniquely adapted to their environments, prey and materials.
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
From the short, powerful bows of the Plains nations designed for hunting buffalo on horseback, to the longer bows of woodland cultures adapted for forest hunting, Native American bow making reflects an extraordinary depth of ecological knowledge and craft tradition.
Each regional tradition developed its own approach to materials, design and shooting technique. The knowledge of how to select, prepare and shape a bow was passed from generation to generation as a fundamental survival skill and cultural practice.
The land teaches the bowyer. The bowyer teaches the bow.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Native American Bow |
| Bow Type | Traditional Native American Bow |
| Bow Length | 48–60 inches |
| Draw Weight Range | 30–65 lbs |
| Construction | Traditional materials / laminated construction |
| Handle Wood | Traditional local materials |
| String Type | Dacron string / traditional materials |
| Recommended Shooting Style | Mediterranean draw or 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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