"There is a particular beauty in loosing an arrow while the world rushes past you. Like trying to write poetry at full gallop." In the Saddle, String Drawn The first thing you lose is control. And yet—that's exactly what you must keep. I've practised archery for many...
In modern archery, string silencers are a popular addition to reduce the tell-tale “twang” of the bowstring. Whether made from rubber, synthetic materials, or traditional fur, these small additions help dampen noise and vibration, especially for hunters needing to...
When it comes to historical archery, one of the most hotly debated topics in archery circles revolves around quivers. What kind of quivers did archers use in the past? Were back quivers only a Hollywood invention, or do they have a legitimate historical basis? As with...
Arrowheads have been a cornerstone of human ingenuity and survival for millennia. From the earliest stone points crafted by our ancestors to the precision-engineered designs of today, these small yet powerful tools tell a story of adaptation, artistry, and necessity....
The English longbow has long been celebrated as a symbol of medieval English military dominance, famously credited with victories at battles such as Agincourt, Crécy, and Poitiers during the Hundred Years' War. Its reputation as a war-winning weapon has earned it a...
For centuries, archers relied solely on their skill, intuition, and the craftsmanship of their bows and arrows to hit their targets. From the battlegrounds of medieval England to the hunting fields of ancient Asia, the art of archery evolved without the technological...
When Holless Wilbur Allen patented the compound bow in 1969, he revolutionized archery forever. With its ingenious use of cams and pulleys, the compound bow introduced the concept of let-off—a reduction in the force required to hold the bowstring at full draw—making...
Archery has been a defining feature of European history, serving as a tool for hunting, warfare, and later, recreation. The bows used across the continent reflect the diversity of its cultures, resources, and military needs. From the simplicity of the longbow to the...
Archery in Sweden has a rich history, deeply rooted in survival, culture, and craftsmanship. From the hunters of the Mesolithic period to the soldiers of the medieval era, the bow and arrow have been tools of necessity, symbols of skill, and instruments of survival....