Video

In this video I demonstrate how to make a very primitive type of bow for a quick and dirty survival tool from a group of woods. In this case I am using willow (Salix alba). This type of bow is good using green wood and "quickie" arrows for taking small game or birds. This is a newer made version and comes out at about 35-40# at my draw length.

Bundle-Bow Dimensions:
4 staves
• 2 @ 60" (152.4cm)
• 2 @ 45" (114.3cm) (set approx. 8" [20.32cm] down from top of longer staves)

Bowstring length: Approx. 57" (144.78cm)

Bow poundage avg: Approx. 35# @ 32" (81.28cm) draw

*Inspired by the bow used on the original 1987 sci-fi movie "Predator" @ starting approx. 1:23:15 in the movie