When wrapping the leading edge of the feathers I usually like to use the raptor cut because I can trim the vane to accomodate the thread and not change the profile of the fletch. However, if care is taken to not cut too far into the feather then this traditional shape looks pretty good.
These arrows are a birthday present for the recepient. He told me what he wanted but Mom and Dad did the funding. How cool is that to have parents who know there are better gifts for an archer than a new sweater?
Happy Archery!
I just love the look of those arrows. I would not want to shoot them. Then I would have to find them as I still suck at shooting.
ReplyDeleteBut worlds better then a sweater.
Thanks, Garith!
ReplyDeleteI have a smart ass answer for people who worry about losing arrows or not being able to find a particular color pattern behind the target: Don't Miss!
Yeah, I know, not a lot of help... but still better than a sweater :-)
Well, I shot ALL of them today at the Arroyo and man are they sweet! Thanks Guy! Garith, I know what you mean about not wanting to shoot great looking arrows. That's why nice looking arrows need to be well made so they shoot consistently and true...and of this Guy is a master!
ReplyDeleteCouldn't be happier!
Cool!
ReplyDeleteI love comments like this almost as much as I enjoy making arrows.
How does one go about ordering arrows from you anyways? I'm new to this site and couldn't find a way to send a personal message to you, Guy. (Of course, it's very possible that I'm just blind and missing it)
ReplyDeleteI recently bought a very nice Mongolian recurve bow, and would love to have a set of your gorgeous arrows to compliment the colors of my bow.
Hi, Ciera. Thanks for leaving your note. My contact info is in various places on the blogs but I guess I'd better make sure it's more visible.
ReplyDeleteYou can email me at guy.taylor@sbcglobal.net and I'd be happy to assist you.