Take Down Recurve Bow
Traditional Bows - Informational Guide
Archery, as we all know, dates way back to the 1800's. Bowhunting can be traced through many regions around the world, including Asia, Europe, and North America. The true skilled archery men were believed to be the Native Americans. The bows of the Native Americans were very simple and basic. It was their exceptional ability to stalk within very close range of their prey, that helped them overcome their lack of equipment and be successful. It's that ability to get close to our prey that remains the essence of all bow hunting today.
Since the 1800's archery bows in general have come a long way. The bows used in the early days are now considered traditional bows. We have since moved into a more mechanical sense of bow hunting with the invention of the Compound Bow and the Crossbow. Between the three bows, the compound bow is by far the most popular bow today for hunting and target
shooting.
In this article, I'd like to stay traditional, and drill in on the aspects of the bow that has gotten us to where we are today.
There are two types of traditional bows on the market, the longbow and the recurve bow, both are considered traditional with very specific difference that set them apart. Let's take them one at a time.
The Longbow:
The longbow has long, nearly straight limbs that form an arch when the bow is strung. The length of a longbow is usually equal to the height of the user,
although, there are some that like them longer. This type of bow is not intended to support equipment of any kind, such as a bow sight or release, this in turn keeps the bow light weight and easy to carry. One thing to keep in mind, a long bow doesn't have a lot of shooting power, which will require the archer to be closer to his or her target. Hence the Native Americans were so good at stalking their prey.
The longbow is an excellent choice for those wanting to stay traditional with limited, or no equipment.
The Recurve Bow:
The recurve bow is also considered traditional, but with a few of today's modern upgrades. This type of bow has shorter limbs then the longbow, and they curve back away from the belly of the bow, when the bow is strung, thus causing it to have more shooting power.
The Recurve Bow features a more modern touch with a 'pistol style grip', which adapts well for use with a bow sight or arrow rest. The Recurve is a much smoother, quieter and faster shooting bow then the longbow, which makes it a popular choice among many.
For an archer choosing to shoot traditional bows, he or she is also choosing simplicity when it comes to equipment. There is very little one can add to a traditional bow to help aid in accuracy and precision, because of this lack of equipment, shooting a traditional bow will require a great deal of dedication and practice to master.
While these challenges may be too great for some, many find that they add to the pleasure of hunting. Bow hunting is a unique emotional experience because you are so close to the game you are hunting.
Getting back to basics, helps us to appreciate where we have been and to appreciate as well, how far this industry has come.
About the Author
Sally Rutten and her husband run the popular website
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Martin Jaguar Take-down Recurve Bow
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Herters Perfection Recurve Takedown Bow $247.97 |
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Vintage LH Laminated Recurve Takedown Bow,Warren Morey Bowyer,50#@28",58",#13,EX $52.00 |
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PSE camo COYOTE take down recurve BOW 50# 60" RH survival hunting $199.99 |
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Bullseye Take Down Recurve Bow $34.00 |
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Samick Polaris Champ Take Down R/H 62" 29# Recurve Bow $119.95 |
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BRACKENBURY TAKEDOWN BOW RECURVE LONGBOW BEAR STRING R/H 50# 60" MADE IN U.S.A $213.25 |
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Bear Archery 76er takedown recurve bow $75.75 |
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Bear Bullseye 54" Take Down Recurve Bow $184.95 |
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Bear Bullseye 48" Warrior Recurve Take Down Bow $184.95 |
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Bear, 55#, Takedown Recurve w/ Bear bow quiver and Bear arrows $350.00 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Black Cordura / Gray Fleece $60.00 |
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Neet Recurve Bow Case For Takedown Bows $12.50 |
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Martin Hatfield Takedown Recurve bow $500.00 |
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T Q TAKE DOWN RECURVE BOW 50# RH $99.00 |
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PSE Takedown Recurve Bow Arrow Mathews Bowtech Bear $66.00 |
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Bow Stringer Recurve Takedown Longbow Bowstringer $5.95 |
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Bow Stringer Recurve Takedown Longbow Bowstringer $5.95 |
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Samick Spirit II #45 Takedown Recurve Bow Complete Archery Outfit $26.00 |
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SELWAY RECURVE TAKEDOWN Archery BOW STRINGER Arrows $11.95 |
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Samick SAGE Take Down Left Hand Bow 45# Recurve SUPER CASE ARCHERY HUNTING $169.95 |
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2012 Bear Archery Takedown Recurve bow AMO 64" RH Dymondwood Special Ordered! $819.00 |
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PSE Razorback Jr. Take-Down Recurve RH Bow Archey Youth Child Kids NIB $93.99 |
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FRED BEAR TAKEDOWN RECURVE BOW A RISER MAGNESIUM RH 45# 60" GRAYLING $10.00 |
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Black Widow PSA V Ironwood Take-Down Recurve Bow with Case - Used $100.00 |
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Engraved Custom Takedown Recurve Bow G $375.00 |
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Red Elm Custom Takedown Recurve Bow $550.00 |
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AMS Bowfishing B600 Horizon Take Down Recurve Right Hand Bow (reel not included) $199.99 |
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Samick Sage Take Down L/H 50# Recurve Bow $129.95 |
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Fin-Finder Sand Shark 62" Takedown Recurve 35# Right Hand Bow $165.00 |
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Fin-Finder Sand Shark 62" Takedown Recurve 35# Left Hand Bow $165.00 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Burgundy Cordura / Gray Fleece $60.00 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Burgundy, Blue Cordura / Cheyenne $64.00 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Black Cordura / Cheyenne Print $64.00 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Black, Green / Leaf Camouflage $64.00 |
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OMP Fin-Finder Sand Shark 62" Takedown Recurve 35# Left Hand Bow $167.99 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Black, Blue Cordura / Apache $64.00 |
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2012 Martin Saber Takedown Recurve Bow RH 30# $209.99 |
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2012 Martin Saber Takedown Recurve Bow RH 35# $209.99 |
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2012 Martin Saber Takedown Recurve Bow RH 40# $209.99 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Green Cordura / Comanche Print $64.00 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Dark Green Cordura / Gray Fleece $60.00 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Black Cordura / Forest Camo $64.00 |
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Traditional Archery TAKE-DOWN RECURVE BOW CASE Black Cordura / Pueblo Print $64.00 |
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2012 Ragim Impala Take Down Recurve Bow RH 60# $169.99 |
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2012 Ragim Wildcat Jr Take Down Recurve Bow 54" RH 24# $105.99 |
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ALLOY RECURVE BOW Takedown ARCHERY Arrows Target risor $110.00 |
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2012 Ragim Wildcat Take Down Recurve Bow 64" RH 36# $119.99 |
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2012 Martin Saber Takedown Recurve Bow RH 50# $209.99 |
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2012 Greatree RidgeFire Take Down Recurve Bow 60" RH 40# $205.99 |
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2012 Greatree RidgeFire Take Down Recurve Bow 60" RH 50# $205.99 |
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2012 Greatree RidgeFire Take Down Recurve Bow 60" RH 55# $205.99 |
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2012 Martin Jaguar Take Down Recurve Bow RH 35# $165.99 |
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2012 PSE Junior Red Take Down Youth Recurve Bow RH 15# $109.99 |
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Greatree Archery 2012 Xcursion take-down hunting recurve ILF 17" bow $375.00 |
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Samick SAGE Take Down Left Hand Bow 50# Recurve SUPER CASE ARCHERY HUNTING $169.95 |
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Samick SAGE Take Down Left Hand Bow 55# Recurve SUPER CASE ARCHERY HUNTING $169.95 |
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Samick SAGE Take Down Left Hand Bow 60# Recurve SUPER CASE ARCHERY HUNTING $169.95 |
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2012 PSE Kingfisher Take Down Recurve Bow RH 40# $124.99 |
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Samick SAGE Take Down RH Bow 60# Recurve SUPER CASE BLACK / ARCHERY / HUNTING $169.95 |
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Samick SAGE Take Down Left Hand Bow 35# Recurve SUPER CASE ARCHERY HUNTING $169.95 |
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OMP Fin-Finder Sand Shark 62" Takedown Recurve 35# Right Hand Bow $167.99 |
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2012 PSE Kingfisher Take Down Recurve Bow RH 45# $124.99 |
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PSE Coyote Recurve Take down Bow IF camo 2012 $269.00 |
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2012 Bear Archery a Takedown Recurve bow AMO 60" RH 45# NEW IN BOX $819.00 |
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2012 Bear Archery Takedown Recurve bow AMO 64" RH 50# Special Ordered! $819.00 |
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2012 PSE Kingfisher Take Down Recurve Bow RH 50# $124.99 |
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2012 Ragim Wildcat Jr Take Down Recurve Bow 58" RH 20# $105.99 |
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2012 Ragim Wildcat Jr Take Down Recurve Bow 58" RH 22# $105.99 |
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Samick SAGE Take Down Right Hand Bow 35# Recurve BLACK CASE ARCHERY HUNTING $169.95 |
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OMP - Take Down Recurve Bow $120.00 |
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CARTEL RECURVE BOW SIGHT Archery Target Takedown $15.70 |
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Ragim Takedown Recurve Bow Complete Archery Set $179.95 |
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2012 PSE Coyote Take Down Recurve Bow RH 50# $269.00 |
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2012 Bear Archery a Takedown Recurve bow AMO 60" RH 45# NEW IN BOX $819.00 |
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2012 Martin Jaguar Take Down Recurve Bow RH 45# $165.99 |
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2012 Martin Jaguar Take Down Recurve Bow RH 55# $165.99 |
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2012 Bear Archery Takedown Recurve bow AMO 60" RH 50# NEW IN BOX $819.00 |
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2012 Bear Archery Takedown Recurve bow AMO 60" RH 40# NEW IN BOX $819.00 |
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VINTAGE BEAR ARCHERY 1R GRIP FOR A RIGHT HANDED BEAR TAKEDOWN RECURVE BOW $24.99 |
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Samick Polaris Champ Take Down R/H 62" 29# Recurve Bow $119.95 |
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150 Lbs Crossbow Laser + Scope + 8 Arrows Cross Bow $100.00 FEATURES: New and Improved Field to use - 200 yards Safety mechanism Auto safety when cocking Speed in Arrows Travel - up to 220 F/S Draw Weight - 150 lbs Weight - 5.1 lbs Length - 29 1/2 " String Length - 27" Limb/Prod - Compression Molded FiberGlass Barrel Aluminum Not a Toy Very Power Full Will Last you a Long Time. Total Package Includes - 4x20 Scope + 8 Aluminum Arrows + Laser +... |
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Spectre Compact Take-down Survival Bow and Arrow Set $79.95 Most regular bows are not compact for survival and are very costly. Trying to make one in the wild takes a great deal of skill and know-how that most don't have. The compact take-down Spectre survival bow and arrow set will be ideal for any survival hunting needs at an affordable price. Its slip in / detachable fiberglass/resin filled limbs and the PVC riser with arrow rest break down to fit co... |
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Ragim Wildcat 62 Wood Take-Down Recurve Ragim Widlcat 62" Takedown Recurve - The finish of Wildcat bow will satisfy the most demanding archers who will appreciate the warmness of natural wood shades. An easy TD bow, it can be carried anywhere and used by anybody. It is equipped with all the inserts to install a sight, a stabilizer and a Berger button. This bow is as well built as the PSE Buckeye and more pleasing to look at. - Right or ... |
