THE BOWMAN AMERICAN SEMI LONGBOW BY FAIRBOW IN STOCK
The BOWMAN American Semi Longbow model is designed after Writer and Showman Peter O. Stecherās personal bows, which are similar to the longbows Howard Hill took with him to Africa.This ASL bow has been made with a good 2 inch backset, creating more speed! Made with three tapered laminations of sp...
BOWMAN MISSION BOOK BY PETER O. STECHER IN ENGLISH OR GERMAN
This paperback book is available in German (and English is being printed as we speak, PRINTED) Im zweiten Band der BOWMAN-Trilogie schickt Dr. Arda Develdt Thomas Dorn auf eine gefährliche Mission. Der österreichische Bogenschütze soll im Auftrag der UNODC international organisierte Wilderei auf ...
BOWMAN BLOODY HORN BOOK BY PETER O. STECHER EN/DE
This paperback book is available in both German and English. In the Austrian Alps, a white Capricorn is poached with an arrow. Chief Inspector Hƶllrigl hires archer "Bowman" Thomas Dorn as a bow and arrow expert and a deadly adventure begins. The vegetarian Hƶllrigl and the hunter Dorn penetrate ...
FAIRBOW FIBERGLASS LAMINATION UL-GLASS FIBERGLAS
FairbowĀ UL Glass is a continuous fiberglass laminate. After having problems with the variations in quality from different suppliers we have decided to have our own glass produced.We have started using this glass in the Bowman bows and will slowly incorporate it in our other glass bows.ā Our glas...
BOWMAN ARROWS, 5.5 INCH PARABOLIC FEATHERS WOODEN/ALU SHAFT PLASTIC NOCK SET OF 6
The Bowman arrows. Set of 6 paintedĀ arrows. These arrows were handspined for you and are within 2 lbs margin.As many archers can tell you havingĀ the helical glue-up increases accuracy, stability and helps sort out a straight path after the release.Ā We can make these arrows for you with wooden sh...
FEATHER CUTTING TEMPLATE PRE-GLUE (81-120)
Feather cutting template You will need a rotary knife and a smooth surface (cutting mat) to work with.Remember to cut towards the beginning of the feather!āĀ Over 120 different shapes are availableāĀ Easy to useā The clear Perspex allows you to see your workpieceāĀ Both Left and Right-wing available...
BADGE / PATCH "PETER O STECHER ARCHERY SCHOOL'
Peter O' Stecher Archery school Patch. Embroidered Badge / patch (9 cm x 9 cm) which can be added to all your gear or clothes.
REBEL GLOVE LEATHER ARCHERY GLOVE HILL STYLE
The Archers glove in style of days gone by, but with the Fairbow, Rebel twist. These have been approved by Peter O Stecher, the Bowman!āĀ High quality leatherāĀ Comfortable (after 'wearing in' )āĀ Adjustable wrist band with slider and snap lockāĀ Adjustable vinger strapsāĀ Double thicknes finger cupsā...
REBEL ARMGUARD
Leather Armguard Vintage style,Ā comes with 60 inch leather lace. Two Ā layers of leather stitched and glued, high quality anodized hooks. Comfortable suede leather inside.Very fitting with your Bowman Kit. approx. 18 x 15 cm ( 7 x 6 inch)We advise using this lace with the armguard if an elastic ...
NECK KNIFE / QUIVER KNIFE HANDFORGED TOTAL LENGTH 5 INCH
The Byron Quiver comes with this knife in the strap. What if you need a spare, or loose your handy knife? This is the item you need!As a frequent Hill Quiver user I always wondered what to put in the little pocket besides a spare string. Finally, there is a little knife for that pouch!āĀ Handmadeā...
BOWMAN ARCHERY KNIFE / ARCHERS PICK THE APOCALYPSE VERSION
This hand-forged and handmade BOWMAN ARCHERY KNIFE will be your reliable outdoor companion perfect for survival in the apocalypse era. It's sharp and perfect for prying out arrowheads from trees and bowstands. A must-have tool for survival and bushcraft. The Blade runs as a full tang and is 7 mm ...
BADGE / PATCH BOWMAN 9 x 7 cm
"Unleash your inner archer with our BADGE / PATCH BOWMAN! This fun patch gear lets everyone show off their bowman skills in a playful and quirky way. Perfect for adding a touch of humor to your outfit or gear. (Bow not included, sorry!) Ā (sold per per one)
HOWARD HILL STYLE T-SHIRT (NEW VINTAGE)
Get your hands on this elegant reminder of the "good ole days" of American Traditional Archery HOWARD HILL STYLE SHIRT! Made with vintage-inspired style and sturdy material, this tshirt is a must-have for any American longbow enthusiast. Embrace the good quality and charm of Howard Hill himself w...
Different types of recurve bows
Today recurve bows are used in competitive sports as well as in hunting or in recreational shooting. The recurve design is so adaptabel, that bows can be built both for children, beginners, ambitious hobbyists as well as for seasoned archers with the highest expectations.Basically, the "recurve" is just the bent ("recurved") end of the limb. It helps to accelerate the arrow and makes for a smoother release with less handshock. Thus, speed and accuracy of the bow are enhanced.Traditional recurves usually have just a simple arrow shelf and a relatively small "window" (something often completely lacking in horsebows). Modern "olympic" target recurves on the other hand can be fitted with sights and a lot of other "bells and whistles". So recurve bows cover a range from instinctive shooting to modern high tech. Somewhere in there is the right bow for you.
Choosing the right recurve bow
Basically, you can chose between Takedown Recurve Bows (where exchangeable limbs are attached to a riser - the central piece where you grip the bow) and one-part recurves. Horsebows are a special variant of one-part recurves.Takedown bows are the norm in target shooting (as seen in the Olympic Games), as they have all the necessary bushings to attach sights, stabilizers, magnetic arrow rests and so on.
These bows often have metal risers. More traditional-looking takedowns, often with wooden risers, are for example built for beginners, who want to have the option of changing the draw weight by simply swapping the limbs. But there are also deluxe versions for the experts! People who spell traditional with a capital T often go for one-part recurves, sometimes called hunting recurves. although they are absolutely fine for 3D archery as well. They are lighter in mass, more maneuverable, often shorter. Basically, they are responsive, easier to carry as you trek through the forest, and as they rely less on aids and attachments, they are tailored to the needs of the instinctive shooter.
Craftsmanship, materials & service
Fairbow recurves are made using modern materials like Carbon and Fiberglass on bamboo cores. We use Modern 2K glues and modern 2K varnishes for longevity and durability of your bow. These modern materials are used using modern techniques in a controlled environment but still with old-fashioned quality and pride for our products. Every bow is checked, inspected, and will only leave our workshop when we are satisfied and we could use your new bow ourselves.We have many bows in stock, but, if you can afford to be patient, we will make your new bow from scratch, which can take 6-8 months.Because our quality is that high, we warrant our bows even when used with modern string materials like HMPE and Fastflight.Fairbows ' top-levelā recurves are shipped to you with a lifetime warranty.
FAQ
The arrows should be long enough to be safe to use (The arrow must be long enough not to be overdrawn), The arrows should be of a matching spine value to the drawlength and the draw weight and the arrows' weight must match the bow; if the arrow is too light, shooting it causes the same stress and damage to a bow like a "dry loose", i.e. releasing the string without nocking an arrow.
The required recurve size depends on the archer's length, the choosen drawlength, and the choosen archery style. Please contact us for more information.
A recurve bow can best be braced with a stringercord, a bowstringer. If no other options are available the step-in-method can be used. This is for experienced archers only, as the limb can be put under undue stress and be twisted.






















