Published:03 July 2015
Disputes between lovers of archery seethe, shaken by the emotions of the community on the World Wide Web, but the truth is not born. Both the weapon itself and the shooting experience are too individual and variable. One can only try to make an average picture that is understandable for beginners. This is exactly what we will try to do.

Choice of arrows for a bow

Disputes between lovers of archery seethe, shaken by the emotions of the community on the World Wide Web, but the truth is not born. Both the weapon itself and the shooting experience are too individual and variable. One can only try to make an average picture that is understandable for beginners. This is exactly what we will try to do.

Wooden

Traditional, preferred by lovers of "historical reconstructions". Available for self-manufacturing. Quite heavy, so the recommended diameter is no more than eight millimeters.

Tips - only bushings. That is, put on like caps. It is better not to use cuttings. The channel drilled for gluing the handle weakens the strength of the head of the shaft, which will sooner or later lead to the breakage of the arrow.

Plumage - usually natural (supporters of historical authenticity do not recognize anything else), made from real goose or owl feathers, which is a plus.

For natural materials, the issue of protection against moisture is relevant. The plumage is sprinkled with special powders, the shaft is impregnated and varnished, which additionally makes the projectile heavier. A sticky feather that has been in wet grass, in any case, requires drying.

Fiberglass

Fiberglass shafted arrows are primarily intended for practice shooting where the focus is on skill development rather than outstanding accuracy. The material is not very rigid, the shaft can be deformed.

In general, such projectiles are used as an inexpensive option when, during training or entertainment, it is not a pity to bring the ammunition to a fairly shabby and not quite even state. Try to roll an arrow along flat surface table (with plumage behind the edge of the tabletop) - and you can appreciate how much it is bent.

Fiberglass arrows are usually fitted with cheap and practical rubber fletching. In and of itself, it is neither good nor bad. It all depends on the passage of the projectile along the bow shelf. If at this moment the plumage clings to the shelf noticeably, then the tail of the arrow is thrown up, which does not contribute to the stability of the flight.

But nothing sticks together and does not deform until the desired aerodynamic qualities are lost, the projectile is ready for reuse even immediately after taking it out of the puddle.

Aluminum

Excellent flight characteristics, high strength and rigidity. Metal, anyway. Suitable for shooting solid, powerful compound bows. And in general from any. These are actually aluminum tubes that do not give a "snake" during the flight, even if the shooter is not yet very skilled.

It makes sense to acquire them for serious sports or, if the law allows, for hunting non-dangerous game. medium size(usually - on something like a deer). Just shooting during a picnic in a clearing, of course, is also possible, but it would be a pity to lose or ruin an arrow that costs at least twice as much as a simple fiberglass one.

The shank must not be fixed. So that, if necessary, you can change or rotate to the position needed for shooting from a different type of bow. Tips, as a rule, also unscrew and are easily replaced.

Carbon

Arrows with carbon shafts are considered, so to speak, the most advanced. Lightweight, very strong, with good ballistics, suitable for use with different bows. True, the disadvantage is the same - the price. It is about five times higher than for fiberglass.

Like aluminum, the plumage is most often made of plastic. That cannot but be liked by the defenders of nature, protesting against taking away feathers from birds. However, the moment of passing along the shelf is even more critical than with rubber, especially if the bow is powerful.

In addition, when the target breaks through, the plastic plumage can be damaged, or even completely torn off cleanly. It is harder than natural, so it cannot be gently crushed. Although more even than the feather with its slightly bent fibers, it gives somewhat better aerodynamics. Well, not afraid of moisture.

plumage mount

Suppose you want to replace a frayed plumage on a wooden arrow. Forget all the multiple instructions on the World Wide Web that don't state that feather stabilizers should be glued into the grooves on the pole.

Usually the feather is cut, the usable part is left, and then a long video is shown with the process of gluing and copious threading right on the surface of the shaft. The result is a thick winding directly in front of the fletching, which, when fired, clings to the bow shelf.

The base of each "stabilizer" must be "recessed" into the shaft. Any amount of glue can be used in the groove, thus achieving fastening strength. But nothing but the fibers of the feather should protrude above the smooth surface of the shaft. Then these fibers will gently wrinkle upon contact with the bow shelf and affect the flight of the projectile minimally.

Accordingly, you should pay attention to the features of fastening when buying ready-made projectiles.

Length and weight

Usually varies from sixteen (for crossbows) to thirty-two inches. That is, up to about 81.28 cm. It is advisable to buy the longest ones. Then, as they say, old and young will be able to shoot them. After all, it is not scary if the young archer does not pull the bowstring to the maximum. (For example, 75 cm.) It’s bad when you have enough strength, but you can’t pull it out, there is not enough length of the shaft.

Although, of course, if the younger children join the sport school age, and their bows are practically toy, then probably the longest projectiles will not work. You can buy arrows that are twenty-eight inches long, for example. In other cases, it is better to train and develop skills with the type of ammunition that the shooter will use in the future.

The same is true when choosing a weight. Although light shells fly faster, they have a flatter trajectory, but you will not shoot them all your life. Sooner or later you will have to get used to the ballistics of heavier ones.

Moreover, the factor of the need for maximum utilization of the energy of a stretched bowstring acts in order to extend the life of the bow. Shoulders and blocks of weapons really dislike not only claps without an arrow at all, but even “partially blank” shots with shells of insufficient mass.

According to their characteristics, medieval bows are inferior to modern models. But this did not prevent the armies of warriors and the detachments of the steppe nomads from winning amazing victories. The mastery of this weapon was as high as ever, and the combat strategies were extremely well thought out.

One of the most curious questions of our time, the answer to which will allow us to better understand what awaits us in the future, is related to batteries. Will experts be able to significantly increase the density of energy stored in batteries? There is no chance, some skeptics say, because two centuries have passed since the appearance of the first Alessandro Volta battery. So, scientists have already improved the design to the limit. However, this opinion has a strong counterargument. The first man-made battery - a bow - was invented several millennia ago, but it was over the last century, with the advent of new materials and technologies, that notable progress. However, the technical advantages of the current bows would hardly allow us to defeat, say, medieval nomads. Before the advent of firearms, the art of archery among many peoples was higher than ever.

Bow without poison - arrows to the wind

Archaeological finds suggest that the bow was invented by man at least 10,000 years ago. Ancient bows were small, about 70 cm long, had an extremely low efficiency and were used in conjunction with non-feathered arrows. The latter were reeds with a faceted wooden tip. Ancient arrows weighed only 10-15 g, which further reduced the effectiveness of prehistoric bow shooting, due to the lack of materials more suitable for making arrows. Such bows were mainly used for hunting birds and small animals.

There is, however, an established opinion that back in those days, bows were used in inter-tribal "showdowns": the inhabitants of the caves shot each other with poisoned arrows. After all, without poison, a weak bow with light arrows was capable of harming the enemy, except when shooting point-blank. However, most scholars believe that in those days bows were practically not used for military purposes: only a few tribes had poisons suitable for this.

A step forward in the evolution of the bow was the appearance of arrows with plumage and heavy tips. Arrows with a bone tip weighed about 25 g, with a stone tip - up to 50 g. The greater weight of the arrow led to an increase in destructive power, which, in combination with the almost doubled length of the bow, made the "world's first battery" a serious weapon. In tribal fights, fighters increasingly used a bow and less often used a spear thrower and a sling - ancient species military weapons. The ancient killers liked most of all the fact that the bow could be used covertly - for example, unexpectedly sneaking up, hit without a fight strong opponent. With other types of weapons, such a trick was impossible. The only competitor in this regard was a spear, but it soon lost in a fight with a bow. When firing at a short distance, the arrow at high speed, entering the body of the victim, formed a deeper wound due to the small impact area. Archers-hunters now shot not only at ducks, but also at bison.

Terrible tool of the nomads

With the advent of civilization, weapons continued to develop: in order to increase the firing range, the Europeans lengthened their bows. Most of all, the increase in size was carried away by the British. The medieval English bow reached a length of 180-220 cm.

Unlike settled civilizations, nomadic peoples followed a different path. Preferring to ride, the nomads preferred a small bow and honed their shooting skills at a gallop. Soon the nomadic archers became a fearsome force.

The weapon of most nomads - a composite bow - came from Ancient Egypt, where the existence of such a kind of bow was already known in the 2nd millennium BC. Composite bows were made up of tendons, wood, horns and some other materials, selecting them in such a way that on the outside (on the back of the bow) there were materials that could better withstand tension, and on the inside (on the stomach) - better working in compression. As a result, with relatively small sizes, composite bows were distinguished by a high firing range.

And large Turkish composite bows have always been champions in this area: they could throw an arrow at 250 of their own lengths.

Riders could only use short bows, so the use of composite bows, which, at equal tension with wooden ones, provided about 30% more energy, was fully justified. There was another explanation for the popularity of composite bows among nomads: in the steppes where they lived, trees were almost never found. Therefore, despite the complexity of manufacturing, a noticeably more durable composite bow was the optimal choice.

The use of a more efficient composite bow was only one part of the success. Shooting skill was of great importance. The riders trained regularly. Moreover, among the Arabs, archery was even considered a religious obligation prescribed by the Koran. The Prophet Muhammad was himself an archer and urged his community to engage in horseback riding and archery, preferring the latter.

The Scythians were considered first-class equestrian archers: they knew how to shoot from both hands at a gallop. They were the first in the world to use metal arrowheads made of bronze. Small bows of the Scythian type (about 70 cm long) quickly spread among the peoples of the Middle East and Europe. Among others, the Persians and Parthians began to use them. The latter enriched world languages ​​with the expression "Parthian arrow", which meant a well-aimed insidious blow. The ancient Asian people used cunning in battles - the Parthian horsemen feigned flight and hit the enemy pursuing them with well-aimed arrows over their shoulders. The skill and cunning of the Parthian archers brought them a number of significant victories in battles. The most famous was the battle of Carrhae, when a small army of Parthians shot down a 40,000-strong Roman army led by Mark Crassus. True, the victory was not easy - the Parthian archers, according to historians, used up more than 2 million arrows per day.

However, the "Parthian arrow" tactics are not optimal from a physical point of view. If the retreating archer shoots at the enemy while galloping, the speed of the arrow is reduced by the speed of the rider and the lethal force of the shot becomes less.

Centuries later, the Mongols used more kinematically correct tactics. They fired in the direction of travel at full gallop. Due to the addition of speeds, the arrow received a noticeable increase in speed, and the range of the shot increased by about 40%, so the arrows of the Mongols were dangerous at a distance of up to 200 m. However, let's return to Europe of the XIV-XV centuries, where during the Hundred Years War between England and France there were curious events connected with the history of the bow.

Celebration of Longbows

English archers, as already mentioned, used the longest simple bows in the world. The long length provided high stopping power and made the accuracy of the shot more stable. From the point of view of lethal force, large composite bows would be preferable to use in battle, but such weapons were expensive and difficult to manufacture, so the British chose an ordinary wooden bow. Simple and inexpensive to manufacture, such a bow could be produced in mass quantities and provide weapons to all the men of the country without exception. The British bow manufactories were something like Henry Ford's prototype assembly line. Everything was done extremely quickly to ensure high productivity. Much attention was also paid to training - during the reign of the Plantagenets, all men were required to practice archery without fail. In the main battles of the Hundred Years War, the English side usually involved several thousand archers: this fettered the enemy in his maneuvers, and the soldiers, falling under the rain of arrows, lost their morale. The popularity of the bow was so great that out of three soldiers in the English army, two were archers, and at the famous battle of Eisencourt, four out of five were archers. It is curious that in addition to foot archers, the British also had mounted ones. In some books, they are depicted shooting in the saddle. But this is not true: the horse was used for mobility, and they went into battle on foot.

A triumph in the history of the English bow was the battle of Eisencourt, when the heavily outnumbered French army (25,000 against 6,000) was defeated, suffering noticeable losses. This was the result of the skill of the English archers, who skillfully destroyed the advancing French with a hail of arrows. The Hundred Years' War was, in a way, a curious clash between the crossbow, which the French were armed with, and the English bow. The French considered their crossbowmen to be an impressive force: in terms of firing range, lethal force and accuracy, their guns were decisively superior to the English bows. But in battle, the main drawback of the crossbow affected - the low rate of fire. While a good archer could fire 10-12 shots per minute, the crossbowman fired no more than four bolts. In addition, the effective range of the crossbow was lower than that of the bow.

However, later, when the warriors began to use armor all best quality, more powerful and accurate crossbows began to be used more and more often. True, their age was short-lived: surpassing the first firearms in accuracy, both the bow and the crossbow were distinguished by the slowness of the projectile. It was easier to hit a stationary target with a bow, which was demonstrated in 1792 by a curious bow and gun competition held in England. Of the 20 shots fired at a target 100 yards (91 m) away, 16 arrows and 12 bullets hit. But it was noticeably more difficult to hit a moving target with a bow! The heavy arrow of the English archer overcame the combat distance in 1.5-2 seconds, so the moving "target" had time to go to the side.

At the beginning of the 16th century, the musket had already become more often used on the battlefield than the bow. And by the beginning of the 19th century, bows were completely forgotten in the troops. Therefore, in 1813, in the “Battle of the Nations” near Leipzig, the soldiers were surprised to see the Bashkir archers who were part of the Russian army. The French even called them "cupids". But, by the way, the archers fought quite successfully. Four decades later, the Bashkir archers performed well in the Crimean War. But after that, the image of a warrior with a bow left real life and moved into books and films, and the skill of medieval archers became legendary. A new hobby has also appeared: inspired by history, amateurs began to create medieval bows using authentic technology. In terms of efficiency and ease of shooting, they, of course, lose to block carbon-fiber models, but they allow the owner to feel like a brave Scythian horseman or Robin Hood ...
Legacy of English archers

The “V” gesture, two raised fingers of one hand, which Winston Churchill often used, is not at all an imitation of the first letter of the English word victory (“victory”), as many believe. It turns out that this gesture has an ancient and rather gloomy history. During the Hundred Years War, the French were terribly angry with the English archers, so the captured shooters were cut off two fingers with which they pulled the bowstring: a person forever parted with his profession. Therefore, returning home with a victory, the archers showed their two “main” fingers to those who met them: fingers are intact, we won!

Myths about bows

Myth 1. The arrow of a medieval bow easily pierced any metal armor.

- Not every arrow (much depended on the tip), not every bow, and, of course, not every armor. In principle, this was possible, but rather as an exception than the rule.

Myth 2. Some medieval archers shot so accurately that they could break the opponent's bowstring with an arrow.

- Most likely, this is speculation. Why waste an arrow on damaging an enemy's gun when you can kill him with it?

Myth 3. The archer shoots the second arrow before the first one hits the target. With aimed shooting at short distances, this is not possible.

- An arrow flies for about two seconds, a good medieval archer spent five or six seconds to shoot one arrow.

Myth 4. Medieval archers usually fired on command.

“They only shoot like that in movies. It was difficult to keep the combat bows in a taut position. Therefore, the command was given only once - at the beginning of the shooting.

If you always lack arrows for a bow or bolts for a crossbow in TESVSkyrim, then you should not be upset, because this text will not only explain how cheat codes for arrows work, but also contain them.

Arguably the most popular character class in the game The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim is a rogue. He is also called a trickster or a thief. The essence of playing as a thief is this: from the very beginning of the game, we are trying to pump skills such as stealth, pickpocketing, alchemy, lockpicking and eloquence as much as possible. Why exactly them? First, these perks are related to the rogue skill tree in all parts of TheElderScrolls series. Secondly, they will be most useful when playing as a stealth assassin who attacks swiftly from the shadows. For example, you want to play as an archer. Skyrim codes for arrows will help you if you have used up all the stocks of shells. Alchemy will be needed to create dangerous poisons for arrows and potions to increase the skill of the marksman.

Just imagine what will happen if you shoot a Daedric arrow from a nightingale bow, smeared with a deadly poison for +100 damage? Even such powerful opponents as dragons will die after 5-6 arrows fired. Unfortunately, it is not so easy to get this very bow and arrow. When playing as a dodger, you are unlikely to pump blacksmithing, because this is a warrior branch, so it will be very difficult to acquire a Daedric or even Orcish bow.

Naturally, all this can be easily fixed, because there is a code for daedric bow in Skyrim, after activating which this weapon will appear in your inventory. To get a Daedric bow, you need to enter the following command into the console: 000139B5. And to replenish your stock of arrows, you need to enter the code for Daedric arrows in Skyrim: player.additem000139C0.

Naturally, in this way you can get not only Daedric weapons, but also special ones. So, for example, the Skyrim code for the Auriel bow and arrows will help you acquire these items. The code for the Auriel bow in Skyrim looks like this: player.additemХХ000800. With such a bow, you can not only easily kill the undead, but also simply hunt animals, because Auriel's bow is one of the rarest and most beautiful weapons in Skyrim.

Many players are wondering how to create arrows in Skyrim codes can help with this. Elven, Orcish, Glass, Dwemer, Steel, Ebony, Daedric, Draconic, Old Nordic, Iron, Outcast Arrows - any kind is available to you. It is enough just to enter codes for skyrim on arrows and pour tons of sharp projectiles on enemies.

The code for the bow in Skyrim has already been considered. Now for the projectiles. The code for elven arrows (one of the best arrows for elven bows) looks like this: player.additem000139ВD.

For those who preferred a crossbow to a bow - a newer and more lethal weapon, we also picked up Skyrim codes for crossbows and bolts. For example, to get a crossbow, you need to enter the code for a crossbow in Skyrim into the console line: player.additem0200801, and to get a full inventory of shells, you need to enter the codes for Skyrim bolts: player.additem02000bb3. Everything is very simple and does not require any effort. With the help of a powerful bow and good arrows, you can quickly level up your shooting skill, which is very useful for any robber, thief or dodger!

So, in this article, you learned the codes for Skyrim 5 for arrows and bolts, bows and crossbows. Now you will become the most powerful and dangerous archer in all of Tamriel!

We would venture to guess that all your current knowledge of archery is limited to cutscenes with Lars Anderson and scenes with Legolas from the extended edition of The Lord of the Rings. So we decided to broaden your horizons a little and compile a list of ten of the most amazing and verified historical facts about archery.

10. Mongolian archers hit targets much better than modern shooters

In the entire history of mankind, few warriors have been respected on the battlefield as much as the Mongols. What was so dangerous about them? The fact is that in the battle against them there was no safe distance from which you could not be hit. Many sources claim that the Mongol archers were capable of hitting targets at a distance of 500 meters. By comparison, the pistols used by the US military have a maximum lethal range of 600 meters, and you need half that distance to hit a target for sure. In other words, at a distance of 400 meters, the Mongolian was much more dangerous than the current US Marine.

9. English archers had powerful skeletons


The English longbow has long been surrounded by myths and legends that are so intertwined with reality that it is sometimes difficult to distinguish them from each other. One of the legends says that an English archer was able to hit a man's crotch from a distance of 450 meters or pierce through plate armor. It sounds even more creepy, given the fact that there is some truth in this legend. Coming down from ancient times longbows were subjected to considerable experience and research, and it was determined that for the full tension of the bowstring it was necessary to exert an effort equivalent to 150 kilograms, which is almost three times the force required to draw the bowstring on modern bows. This fact means not only that such bows were capable of hitting targets at an incredible range, but also that the people who fired from them possessed truly inhuman strength. The skeletons of such archers could be easily distinguished against the general background: their right hand was almost always guaranteed to be larger than the left, and her bone was almost 50% denser due to the constant practice of shooting.

8. King Amenhotep II and copper plates


King Amenhotep II is remarkable for two things at once: firstly, his name is very similar to the bad guy from the movie "The Mummy", and secondly, in his youth he was a universally recognized athlete. According to historical artifacts that have come down to us from antiquity, Amenhotep was an excellent runner, wrestler, and, of course, was fond of archery. According to legend, Amenhotep ordered the creation of such a bow, the string of which could only be pulled by himself. So it was or otherwise, we don’t know, but we do know evidence saying that Amenhotep had sufficient strength and accuracy to pierce through a thick copper plate with an arrow. Legend has it that Amenhotep was able to fire this shot four times from the back of a moving chariot. Other sources claim that he did this simply by standing on the ground. One way or another, but Amenhotep had serious physical abilities for an Egyptian pharaoh.

7. Nasu no Yoichi and his bow shot


Nasu no Yoichi is a legendary figure in Japanese history. Almost every story about him is accompanied by at least three different examples of his skill with bows. One of the most famous stories tells of how he knocked down a fan from a distance of several hundred meters on the orders of the chief. This story took place during the Battle of Yashimi, when Commander Nasu tracked down an enemy ship with a huge fan attached to the top of the mast, which was supposed to serve as a talisman and deflect enemy arrows. Irritated by such courage, the commander ordered Nas to approach the shore and knock down the fan. Despite a decent distance and a strong wind, Nas managed to shoot down the fan with the first arrow.

6 Demosthenes' Archers Forced The Spartans To Surrender


The Spartans were known as one of the most formidable and deadly nations in the world. Their secret was that they were not afraid of death, death on the battlefield was considered the greatest honor. In addition, it was impossible to force them to surrender, as it was considered a disgrace. Nevertheless, Demosthenes succeeded. The historical feat of Demosthenes happened during the battle on the island of Sphacteria, located a few kilometers from Sparta. Demosthenes considered that the island could become an excellent strategic fortification. All he needed to carry out his plans was to kill three hundred Spartans who defended the island. Demosthenes made an attempt to recapture the island, sending troops there, consisting exclusively of archers and spearmen. And, contrary to expectations, he managed to defeat the Spartans. Demosthenes gave a chance to surrender to a hundred Spartans surrounded by his army. Realizing that if they refused, they would die pierced by arrows, they agreed. This was the first time in history that a Spartan warrior was taken prisoner alive.

5. Lü Bu stopped the battle with just one arrow


Lü Bu is a famous and almost mythological figure in Chinese history. Many considered him the owner of an unimaginable physical strength. One of the closest to reality feats attributed to him was that he was able to stop the battle only by demonstrating his skill. Lü was present at the meeting of the two generals who were about to clash their armies head-on. Suddenly an idea came to him. He ordered his close associates to stick a halberd a few hundred meters from the camp and addressed the generals with the following words: “If I hit the tip of the halberd with an arrow, you will end the war. If not, prepare for battle." Not believing that this was even possible, the generals agreed. Without even aiming, Lu Bu pierced through the tip of the halberd. Impressed and horrified by his skill, the generals decided to keep their promise.

4. Minamoto no Tametomo managed to sink the ship with a bow shot.

Like Nasu no Yoichi, Minamoto no Tametomo was a significant figure in Japanese history, famous for his skill as an archer. Unlike Yoichi, who was a modest man of small build, Tametomo spent most of his time as he pleased and was distinguished by large forms. Quite by chance, he ended up on one of the islands, and when the state demanded that he pay a tax for using the island, he refused, arguing that the island was his property. It was decided to send a small fleet to the island to intimidate him into paying. Seeing the ship, Tametomo decided to respond to this act of aggression and release a huge arrow in the direction of the ship. The arrow, instead of serving as a warning signal and flying over the ship, pierced one of the ship's sides. The hole was so huge that the ship began to sink. The rest, seeing what he had done with just one shot, decided to leave him alone and get away from this place.

3. Yue Fei was able to pierce nine bull's eyes lined up


One of the most popular feats attributed to Yue Fei (12th century general) is when he was able to pierce nine bull's eyes in a row from a distance of 73 meters. And while it may not seem as impressive as many of the other items on our list, we decided to include it because of Yue Fei's versatility. In addition to being an excellent archer capable of hitting coin-sized targets, Yue Fei was also an incomparable boxer and martial artist. He inspired such strong fear that often his opponents fled the battlefield in the midst of the battle and later swore allegiance to him.

2. Finn, the archer who hit another archer's bow


We don't know much about the archer named Finn, except that he was able to perform one of the most outlandish tricks in history, knocking another archer's bow out of his hands. This event took place during the Battle of Svolder, the famous naval battle between the Norwegian king Olaf Tryggvason and his enemies. During the battle, the king noticed that Jarl Eirik, one of the leaders of the enemy, was sailing near them. Deciding to take a chance and turn the outcome of the battle in his favor, the king ordered the best archer to try to kill Eirik. The archer fired two arrows, but unfortunately both missed him. However, the second one was close enough for Eirik to understand where he was being shot from. As the archer prepared to fire the third arrow, Eirik ordered his best archer, Finn, to shoot back. Finn followed the order, knocking out and breaking the bow of the royal shooter.

1. Jepe, the archer who shot Genghis Khan's favorite horse


Jebe was one of the best archers in the world. In addition, he was considered one of the best and most devoted generals of Genghis Khan, which is surprising, since on their first meeting, Jepe shot Genghis Khan's favorite horse in the head. The story goes that during a battle with one of the rival tribes in 1201, a warrior known as Zurgadai killed the horse on which Genghis Khan was riding. After the battle, Genghis Khan, in a rage, began to look for the warrior who fired the arrow. To his surprise, Zurgadai himself stepped forward and confessed to his deed. Instead of executing him on the spot, the khan decided to reward Zurgadai's bravery and made him one of his commanders. In memory of this incident, he was given a new name "Jebe", which means "arrow".

The bow was the first true throwing weapon that man invented. Everything changed when he turned into a tool for hunting and war. To this day, the bow is still a formidable killing device, more refined than the pistol. It can be used in various situations, ranging from meditation to survival in the wilds without firearms. Some even say that the soundless operation of the bow allows you to quickly and discreetly shoot prey. Among all types of bows, the best are compound bows, which are superior in characteristics to simple ones many times over.

Compound bows work with a pulley system, which helps the arrow move faster, and the person has to make less effort to launch it. They shoot thanks to the kinetic energy applied to the bowstring. This allows the arrow to rotate with each shot. These bows are the most popular in part because they are easier to use. Therefore, we offer you 5 best compound bows, different price range and purpose.

Mission Craze - entry level

Pros: inexpensive
Cons: small
Honestly, crazy- This is the simplest of compound bows, but it is precisely because of this that even beginner archers can use it. The settings allow you to change the length of the string from 0.5 to 0.8 meters in length, the strength of the shot - from 4.5 to 22 meters. The axles are only 70cm apart, so most people might find it too whimsical and sophisticated for serious work. It shoots arrows at a speed of about 93 meters per second, the drop rate is 80%, which, in general, is not bad for the money. Adjustable vibration dampers are designed to minimize vibration, although you will still feel it during the boom release. The width from stop to string is 19 cm, which is very good for beginners, it gives the bow a little more flexibility.

Diamond Infinite Edge - something more

Pros: for beginners
Cons: loud
If you can afford to buy something more expensive than Craze, then look at Infinite Edge by Diamond. This bow has a long drawstring length, from 0.3 to 0.8 m, and a shot power of 1.5 to 21.5 meters. This gives space for young archers and allows them to improve their skills and look for their technique. Suitable for both left-handers and right-handers, which is not the case with many bows produced today. This bow provides endless possibilities to help both beginners in training and bowfishers in hunting. The drop rate is 75%, the arrow flies at a speed of 94.5 meters per second, the width from stop to string is 18 cm. The downsides are that it is sometimes difficult to aim on such a bow, and the sound of the shot is quite loud.

PSE DNA - rapid fire

Pros: fast
Cons: too lethal

If speed is a big deal for you (you like to hunt small game or birds in flight), then DNA will make you scream with delight. On the other hand, if you don't like aggressive non-slit compound bows, then you'll probably want to smash it as soon as you get your hands on the bow. DNA is a devastatingly accurate device, it has one of the most comfortable handles, and the reset rate is 70%. The most avid shooters will love it at first sight, and for beginners it will seem too "harsh". It shoots at a speed of more than 100 meters per second, the width from stop to bowstring is only 15 cm, the draw length is from 0.6 to 0.8 m. who has no equal. For those looking for something less vicious, PSE offers the SP (Smooth Pull) model.

Elite Archery Spirit - for ladies

Pros: for women
Cons: slow
Elite is the only compound bow maker to set out to prove that women could become archers too. Taking into account all their previous mistakes, they released Spirit. This bow has a 78 cm body, which is more suitable for women, since the handle fits better in a woman's palm than in a hefty man's hand. Despite such features, he is still able to shoot arrows at a speed of 93 meters per second. And although it has not yet won any competitions, the ease of shooting, smooth shooting cycle, lack of vibration and silent operation - all this makes it very convenient. It also provides the ability to adjust the distance between the shoulders, using it almost does not cause fatigue. The width from stop to bowstring is 7 inches, the force of the shot is from 130 to 260 Newtons, the draw length is slightly smaller compared to previous models - only 60-80 cm. These characteristics make this bow ideal for a woman. The only problem is the high price.

Bear Archery Motive 6 - hunter

Pros: quiet but deadly
Cons: only for hunting
Bear Archery has one very good feature- any, even the most inexpensive bow from this company can boast of exceptional quality. Motive 6 different from the others, this is a killer with steel eyes, not designed for shooting at ordinary targets. Claimed rate of fire is 100 meters per second, although this speed is sometimes difficult to achieve due to the soft draw. This minus is compensated by exceptionally quiet operation, which is very important when hunting an animal. This bow from Bear Archery is more advanced, it allows you to kill prey even on the move. The width from the stop to the bowstring is 15 cm, the reset value is 75%. Stretch length - 0.6 - 0.8 meters. Tension force (depending on variations) - from 210 to 310 Newtons.