Scythian Bow
Scythian 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.
The Scythian Bow represents the pinnacle of early steppe archery. The Scythians were among the first cultures to perfect mounted archery, and their compact reflexed bow became the template for horse bows across the entire Eurasian steppe.
Key Features
- Historically inspired design from the Scythian 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
Short, powerful and deeply reflexed, the Scythian bow was built for shooting from horseback at full gallop. Its compact size allowed archers to rotate and shoot in any direction while riding — a technique that confounded more heavily armed opponents.
The Scythian bow influenced every horse bow tradition that followed it. From Mongolia to Turkey, from Hungary to Korea, the design principles established by Scythian bowyers echo across centuries of archery development.
Speed is not the absence of patience. It is patience compressed into a single release.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Scythian Bow |
| Bow Type | Traditional Horse Bow |
| Bow Length | 48 inches |
| Draw Weight Range | 30–70 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."