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This bow is very lightwheight and enjoyable to shoot. However, the leather handle immediately begin to show serious wear from the arrows rubbing against it. I should note that it happened to arrive with a single aluminum arrow (which was oversized), while the rest of my arrows are wooden. I have tentatively concluded that this bow's handle cannot sustain the friction from the long-term use of wooden arrows. I will now purchase some aluminum arrows to see if they have the same effect. So, I do reccommend it but with this caveat.
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When we got it it was packed poorly, intact the box looked as the bow was broke in half. When we open it we luckily found it was not broke. But after using three separate times it might as well been broken. It did shot very well but it warped so bad the string would not stay on. We are experience bow users, from compound to Japanese yumi and native American long bow. This has never happen with any of the others we have, and 15 different types. Don't buy spend a little more on one better quality. We have purchased a Chinese bow like this but better made and loving it, cost more but worth the cost.
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Not bad for the price, a little heavy in the limbs, and total weight, compared to a few others I have, but acceptable. Seems a little slow for 45 pounds, the limb weight probably. But it seems very sturdy. There's a lot of "stuff" on it that bulks it up, makes it heavier, but it is soft to hold, and that's a pleasure to shoot.
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This bow arrived promptly and in perfect condition. Measured draw weight is just over 47 pounds at a 28 inch maximum draw length (it pulls about 42 pounds at my 25.5 inch draw length). Accuracy, fit, and finish is excellent for a bow of this type and price range imo. I'll also note that the draw is surprisingly smooth with less stacking than I expected (it should smooth out even more once it settles in with use).
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Aesthetics and Build: The leather and wood finishing are very nice. The bow has a smooth feel and a clean draw. When I brought it to the range, everyone wanted to try it and were fascinated. I learned that the style reflects the Chinese Manchu bow, although I didn't find that on the product page. The wood blocks make it very quiet. It can be shot in any hand, any orientation. If you're using feathered arrows, they may scratch the leather handle as you release. It was recommended to me to wrap the handle in polyester durable strap during use to protect it. Also take care to not damage the wood blocks. A small piece chipped off while I was stringing it. It wasn't a big deal, but be aware. It's a great bow. It gets a high score in look and feel. In case you're not a fan of the wood blocks, there are many other great styles on the seller's page, however I like this style, so I recommend this bow. It's a great price for what it is, and it's worth investing in. - - - To String: It can be challenging to string/unstring this bow. It's not like other styles. Here's the method I use: 1. Measure a piece of Paracord about twice the length of the string, tie a very lose loop on either end, open enough to feed the sting through. Try out different lengths and see what suits you. 2. Slip the loops over each tip of the bow and let them rest in the elbow inline with the wood blocks. (Remember that the bow is bent the opposite way when unstrung.) Make sure the strings don't get caught on the blocks. Also secure the sting on one end, preferably the same side as your stronger arm. 3. Step on two points of the cord as you would stringing any other bow. Bend the bow by pulling up on the handle, and slip the string through both loops along the bow. Make sure the string sits in the middle of each block. Hold the bow with one hand as you slip the string over the tip of the bow. Secure it on the notch before you release tension. 4. Slip the loops off the bow. If you tied them loose, this will be easy. To unstring, simply slip the loops of the cord onto the bow and pull on the handle to give the sting slack until you can slip it off the bow. Release the tension gradually so the bow does not smack you in the face. (This didn't' happen to me, just be careful.) General Care: Use the bow frequently and string/unstring it every week or so. Do not store it leaning in a corner whether strung or unstrung, rather store it sitting on two wall pegs or laying flat in a case.Read full review
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