The Longbow Shop Blog

You've fletched your own arrows, you're pleased with how they look — and then they don't fly straight. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. Fletching is one of those skills that looks simple and punishes small mistakes disproportionately. Here are the five errors we see most often in the shop, and how to put each one right. New to fletching altogether? Start with our full Fletching Guide - this post assumes you've already fletched at least one arrow and are troubleshooting why it's not flying true. Rushing the glue cure time The most common one by far. You clamp a...

Archery is a sport with a rich history that dates back thousands of years. The earliest evidence of archery dates back to ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians and the Chinese, who used the bow for hunting and warfare. Today, archery has evolved into a popular sport enjoyed by millions of people around the world.

The English longbow was a formidable weapon in the Middle Ages, playing a critical role in the victories of England during the Hundred Years’ War. The bow was made of yew wood, which was known for its durability, strength, and ability to withstand the rigors of battle. The longbow was capable of shooting arrows over 200 yards with great accuracy and power.

We have had lots of customers asking about wooden arrow spine selection for Bearpaw or Bodnik bows over the last few months. We have a new chart from Henry Bodnik to give you all a starting point to begin experimenting. Please bear in mind that this chart is just the beginning and you will need to take into account point weight, bow materials and design plus your own form of shooting. Click HERE for a larger version and enjoy!

Ayme for Finsbury Archers - A must for every member of the marks, roving archer, field archer or traditional archer of today and a history of early archery practices for the modern archer.