silentwind
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I'm by no means an expert on bows (that's why I'm here asking questions), so please forgive me if I don't the correct terminology at any point.
I'm interested in trying to make my own selfbow, probably in the style of a warbow. I'm interested in the function of bow nocks, and what materials can be used. So I imagine the primary function of the bow nock is to protect the wood of the bow from the string. Do they also provide support to the narrow ends of the bow? Does the material used really matter?
From what I can tell horn was traditionally used on English warbows. However, I've seen reference to nocks on other bows made from wood (a different type to the bow), iron (and other metals) and modern plastics. I'm interested what properties (if any) a bow nock needs, and what materials are suitable. I'm thinking about using jade to make the nocks for my bow, if it wouldn't cause any problems.
Thanks for your time.
I'm interested in trying to make my own selfbow, probably in the style of a warbow. I'm interested in the function of bow nocks, and what materials can be used. So I imagine the primary function of the bow nock is to protect the wood of the bow from the string. Do they also provide support to the narrow ends of the bow? Does the material used really matter?
From what I can tell horn was traditionally used on English warbows. However, I've seen reference to nocks on other bows made from wood (a different type to the bow), iron (and other metals) and modern plastics. I'm interested what properties (if any) a bow nock needs, and what materials are suitable. I'm thinking about using jade to make the nocks for my bow, if it wouldn't cause any problems.
Thanks for your time.