The strongest arrows. The most powerful crossbows in the world
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. 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.
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
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".
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.
When a person only thinks about how to take up archery, he needs to decide a number of fundamental points. This can include, as well as determine the expected specifics of operation. Here, the choice of arrows will also be of no small importance. Despite the seeming simplicity of the topic, there are several important aspects that you need to pay attention to.
What arrows do you need
When choosing arrows, it is important to first of all clearly understand the purpose of the shooting and the intended use of the arrows. The point is that some are better suited for sports shooting, others are better for entertainment, and it is better to take the third type of arrows for hunting. To an outside observer who is not involved in the subject, all arrows may seem the same, but this is far from being the case. There are quite a few differences, and the most important of them will be discussed below.
What is an arrow
To begin with, it is necessary to say a few words about what an arrow is and what parts it consists of. Understanding this issue will greatly facilitate the further choice of the specific type of projectile used in firing. An arrow is a kind of projectile with well-defined ballistic characteristics, which is designed to mechanically destroy a target located in space by giving it a short-term acceleration impulse. The boom consists of several elements that determine the properties of a particular sample, the most important being the material of manufacture.
Arrow shaft and materials
This is the main part of the arrow, to which all the rest are attached. The length of the pole must certainly be taken into account when choosing and depends on the length of the stretch of the bowstring of a particular shooter. The shaft can be made from various materials that will affect the parameters of the entire projectile.
- Tree. A traditional material used to make arrows since the invention of the bow. Suitable for almost any purpose from entertainment to hunting and has good performance. However, due to the relatively low mechanical strength of the material, they can only be used with bows with low power.
- Aluminum. A fairly common option for making arrows. Differs in a combination of small weight and sufficient rigidity. Such arrows can be used for a wide range of tasks. One of significant benefits arrows of this type - a low price, which will be extremely important for a beginner.
- Fiberglass. One of the most affordable composites. Arrows from it have ideal geometric shapes. However, such projectiles have extremely low mechanical strength and can only be used to solve specific problems.
- Carbon. Another composite material, but unlike fiberglass, it has high strength characteristics combined with low weight. Such arrows will be strong, smooth, light and suitable for all possible purposes. However, the price for them will be much higher than for analogues.
When choosing arrows for a bow, the thought may arise that there is nothing special to think about here - you just need to buy carbon, but at first this is clearly not worth doing. On initial stage it is extremely common for arrows to break, get lost, and become unusable in a dozen other ways. Therefore, it would be quite prudent to purchase simpler manufacturing options that will fully cope with their tasks.Additional accessories
Speaking of arrows for a bow, it must be taken into account that in addition to the material of manufacture of the shaft, other parts will also be important. For example, the plumage of an arrow has a strong effect on its characteristics. In addition, the type of plumage is selected in accordance with the installed shelf.
When choosing an arrow, it is important to pay attention to the arrow shank. This part serves to install the projectile on the bowstring. It should not have defects and be installed with distortions. Even minor problems in the descent of the arrow can affect its flight path, and hence the effectiveness of the shot.
The manufacturing quality of the insert will also be important - an element installed in the bow of the arrow, designed to install the tip. The thread should work properly, and the insert itself should be firmly fixed.
If we mention specific manufacturers, then in the modern market there are quite a few firms specializing. Among lovers of archery, the products of Easton, CarbonExpress (for example) and are in stable demand.
These manufacturers have several lines of arrows of different price segment, which will differ in a number of operational characteristics. The unifying factor here will be that the quality of the projectile will be at the proper level in any case. In accordance with specific goals, you can choose the best option for making an arrow, which will properly hit the target and not punch a hole in the wallet.
Having bought compound bow for hunting, the bowhunter is faced with the choice of arrows for his bow. Of course, if you buy a compound bow in a store, then competent consultants will help you choose arrows for your bow and goals. High results when shooting from a bow, and accuracy of hitting a target can only be achieved by having a high-quality set of arrows, so it’s a good idea to learn how to figure out how to choose steles for a bow.
Bow arrows
To begin with, bow arrows are compound projectiles. An arrow for a compound bow consists of the following main elements:- Rod, tube, arrow shaft:
- Arrow shank:
- Arrow plumage:
- Insert:
- Arrowhead:
Arrow elements prefer to purchase experienced archers to repair arrows, or to collect arrows for themselves, completing them with those arrowheads, shafts and shanks that the best way suitable for the specific needs of the shooter.Always remember that a perfectly shaped arrow, combined with good fletching and a well-weighted point, will allow you to fully exploit the potential of your compound hunting bow.
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Choosing an arrow for a bow
Arrows are matched to your parameters and your compound bow. To choose arrows for a hunting bow, you need to understand that the main characteristics of any arrow for a bow are: length, weight, stiffness, aerodynamic stability. Arrows in size, length, weight, stiffness should match your bow. Concerned about facilitating the choice of arrows for a bow, arrow manufacturers offer a guide to the selection of arrows in the form of a table, by the way, minimally. permissible weight arrows are also indicated on the bow itself among its other characteristics. Keep in mind that shooting arrows that are too light can cause the weapon to break quickly. If in doubt, contact the consultants at a specialized crossbow and archery center.
As for the cost of arrows for a bow, the choice should be stopped on high-quality arrows. Buying quality expensive arrows Much better than buying cheap ones. The quality will compensate you for the wear of the arrow and the set of arrows will last longer. The service life of a bow arrow can vary from several tens to several hundred launches.
Arrows for bow Easton (Easton)
In the Russian market, the leader in the production of arrows for bows is Easton (Easton). For hunters, the best arrows for compound hunting are the A/C/C Pro Hunter arrows, and Easton Axis FMJ arrows for compound bow hunting are also worth checking out. A more budget-friendly option would be the Easton Flatline hunting arrows.Arrows Easton A/C/C Pro Hunter
The A/C/C Pro Hunter Arrow is a hunting version of the popular ACC series sporting arrow. The A/C/C Pro Hunter features a 7075 aluminum frame and a high-strength carbon finish. Available with a hardness of 440 and 390. The cost of arrows Easton A / C / C Pro Hunter 440 and A / C / C Pro Hunter 390 - 800 rubles. Easton Pro Hunter arrows have a weight tolerance of ± .05 and a bend tolerance of ± .002. Easton Pro Hunter bow arrows combine all the best developments of the company.Bow Arrows A/C/C Easton Pro Hunter
A/C® Alloy/Carbon
In the Easton A/C/C Pro Hunter bow arrows, the carbon fiber/epoxy resin matrix is securely and accurately bonded to the 7075 alloy core tube. The bow arrow has a smooth polished 9-micron finish. EASTON's exclusive bow arrow manufacturing process guarantees a strong bond between carbon fiber and alloy core. Easton A/C/C Pro Hunter bow arrows are the most popular type of arrows used by the best hunters.
ST Slim Tech
The arrows are manufactured using a patented technology to create a thinner shaft diameter for better target penetration and less wind drift. At the same time, the thickened walls of the boom contribute to an increase in strength and an increase in kinetic energy, and hence the flight range. The micro-smooth outer coating of the Easton A/C/C Pro Hunter bow arrow reduces shoulder wear, ensures quiet draw and release, and makes it easier to draw arrows from the target.
HP Inserts™ High Precision Inserts
The Easton A/C/C Pro Hunter bow arrows are more accurate and reliable than conventional patent pending carbon arrow inserts. The improved design of the bow sleeves gives tighter contact and precise alignment of the arrowhead and shaft of the bow, making it easy to fit hunting arrowheads.
Bow arrows EASTON
Arrows Easton Axis FMJ
AXIS Full Metal Jacket - Aluminium-coated carbon arrows for bows combine the advantages of both materials. High-strength N-FUSED carbon covered with a full metal shell made of 7075 aluminum. Easton Axis FMJ bow arrows are presented with a hardness of 400 and 340. Axis FMJ Easton bow arrows cost 670 rubles. Easton Axis FMJ bow arrows have ±.002" flex tolerance, ±2 grain weight tolerance, 10.2 grain per inch tube weight, 31.5" tube length. kit.Bow Arrows Full Metal Jacket AXIS by Easton
Technology and advantages of Easton Axis FMJ bow arrows:
Carbon Core™
The new, revolutionary, patented design turns A/C (Alloy/Carbon) technology inside out. Easton Axis FMJ N-FUSED high-strength carbon arrows feature a 7075 alloy micro-wall metal sheath for even more unified twist, straightness and weight than pure carbon arrows.
ST Slim Tech
Easton Axis FMJ arrow shafts are small diameter for added accuracy, strength and incredible penetration. The small diameter of the tube allows you to reduce the windage of the boom. At the same time, thicker walls increase the life of the bow arrow and transfer a greater percentage of the target's kinetic energy. The Easton Axis FMJ micro-smooth outer coating on the arrow is designed to reduce web wear, quiet draw-in and release, and make it easier to take arrows out of the target.
HIT® - Hidden Insert Technology
The use of this technology in Easton bow arrows gives greater accuracy than any other types of bushings for hunting arrowheads. The technology is patented and guarantees full contact between the shaft of the handpiece and the wall of the shaft for extra strength and tighter groups. Easton Axis FMJ arrows use technology with ultra-thin diameter shafts to provide greater kinetic energy and arrow penetration. The insert has an easy and precise installation mechanism.
Arrows for EASTON bow in INTERLOPER store
Bow arrows Easton Hexx
New for 2013 are Easton Hexx bow arrows available in 330, 400 and 480 hardness. the largest American manufacturer, market leader.Sold with a pre-installed shank and insert in the kit.The cost of the arrow is 700 rubles.Bow arrows Easton Hexx
Bow arrows Easton AXIS Traditional
Another novelty for 2013 from Easton. The new AXIS Traditional carbon boom combines the traditional appearance wooden arrow with excellent characteristics on par with the best modern hunting arrows. AXIS Traditional bow arrows have a flex tolerance of ±.003", tube weight: 8.9 per inch, length: 31". 500. The cost of an arrow is 650 rubles.Bow arrows Easton AXIS Traditional
Bow arrows Easton Flatline
Flatline - Easton's quality archery arrows are made of lightweight multi-layered carbon fiber. Arrow stiffness 340 and 400. Easton Flatline bow arrows have a flex tolerance of ± .003 and a weight tolerance of ± 2.0. Smooth matte black finish. The cost of the arrow is 530 rubles.Back quiver elite (suede)
The price is 2 700.00 rubles.
Manufacturer: Interloper
Back quiver for traditional shooting, made of suede with two compartments for arrows and a pocket.
Shako Beacon
Price: 4 300.00 rubles.
Manufacturer: Trophy Ridge
Durable and wear-resistant shako equipped with a backlight system. Rubber grommets reduce noise levels and keep the shako cap from resonating, while the double holder dampens vibrations of installed arrows. The shako is made of ballistic plastic (Ballistix Copolymer System), which reduces weight by 25% while maintaining the strength of aluminum and effectively absorbs bow vibrations when fired, increasing accuracy.
Before archery
Before you start archery, follow safety precautions and do not be too lazy to check the integrity of the arrow shaft, plumage and shanks:- It is unacceptable to use arrows with cracks or defects in the shaft surface. Manufacturers recommend checking carbon arrows before every archery. Visual inspection should reveal chips and cracks in the CFRP. After a visual inspection, it is necessary to slightly bend the arrow several times for cracking. If the arrow makes a cracking sound, it means internal damage that could break the arrow when fired. With such a breakdown, the carbon is split into very sharp, jagged chips that can pierce the body.
- Shanks that snap loosely on the bowstring must be replaced as the arrow may move. The shank should stably, but not tightly, fix the arrow on the bowstring, this is a guarantee accurate shot. In addition, the breakage of the arrow shank during the shot can cause serious injury to the shooter, damage to the bowstring and bow, because its main purpose is to stabilize the flight of the arrow. An arrow with damaged fletching may fly off on a distorted trajectory.
