“Borjigin” Medieval Stylization of Crimean-Tatar Bow
The Borjigin bow is a stylization of the medieval Crimean-Tatar bow.
Materials: wood + fibreglass.
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Total length: 54″.
The length of the string: 52″.
Draw weight: 25-50#.
Max. draw length: 28-34″.
“Bulgars” Stylization of Medieval Avarian and Bulgarian Bows
Stylization of medieval Avarian and Bulgarian bow.
Materials: wood, fibreglass, precious wood.
Total length: 57.5″
The length of the string: 50.5″
Draw weight: 25-50#
Max. draw length: 32″
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Base model (wood + fibreglass)
Lux model (wood, fibreglass, precious wood)
“Sultan” Fiber Glass Laminated Short Recurve Bow
Sultan bow is a close in size and geometry stylization of medieval Turkish bows. These small recurve composite bows were used in the Ottoman Empire for many centuries.
This bow named after the first sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1326-1389). In the XVI-XVII centuries, the Turkish Empire reached the highest point of its influence. During this period it was one of the most powerful countries in the world. Turkish archers became famous for their mastery of long-range weapons, which they effectively used in the war. They based military strategy на horseback archery skills. Archers had shorter recurve bows, that were more comfortable and easier to use on a horse. Such bows gave warriors great flexibility.
In the Ottoman Empire archery was a popular branch of sports, which has been performed as a regular since the 15th century. The most spectacular competitions were marksmanship archery contests. There were special places for contests were called “ok meydani”. The most notable of this arena was Istanbul Ok-meydani. Traditional Turkish archery has been inscribed on the Representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO in 2019.
The pride of the Ottoman Empire Turkish bow is one of the shortest bows in history. The short limbs are perfect for shooting over distance when archers use lighter arrows. The unique outward-bulling grip is more comfortable for shooting. Classical recurve composite Turkish bow has a wooden core, animal horn on the belly at the side facing the archer and sinew on the front. The layers of this construction secured together with animal glue. The limbs curing forward into the shape of the letter “C”. The grip area is flatter on the belly and the front of the grip bulges outwards.
Sultan is a fibreglass laminated short recurve bow, which repeats the shape and size of original Turkish bows. Ash or maple is used at the base of the bow shoulders. Redwood is used in the grip and ends of the bow. In the basic version of the Sultan, horn pads are used at the ends of the bow and on the grip under the arrow on both sides.
A high degree of recursion gives to bow with a stretched bowstring a lot of energy and gives a good arrow speed. The speed of the bow with draw weight 33-34 pounds on 28 inches with shooting wooden arrow 400 grain will be around 180fps.
The bow has a length of the string at 47 inches. This is a short bow, shooting will be more comfortable with a thumb ring. Sultan is suitable for archers of any skill level. But you should consider the right draw weight. For the shooting technique thumb ring, you can take a bow with low draw weight – 24-26 pounds will be enough. In the combination with the light arrows, even such a light bow will give the arrow a good speed. Low draw weight allows you to concentrate more on working out the technique.
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Materials: ash, maple, redwood, horn pads
String material: fast flight
Total length: 53″
The length of the string: 47″, also available elongated version at 52″
Draw weight: 25-45#
Max. draw length depends on the draw weight: 33″ and 34″ (for 52″ version)
Traditional Bamboo-Laminated “Asian” Bow
The traditional bow “Asian” is a stylization of the Scythian bow, which came from Eurasia, 3-5 сentury B.C. This model has a symmetric handle with a leather grip. The Asian is an ideal bow for children and teens. This model is also suitable for adult archers, but please note that the maximum draw length is 25 inches. For comfortable archery, the person should be no taller than 165 cm.
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Materials: ash wood + bamboo
String material: Dacron B50
Total length: 51″
The length of the string: 48″
Draw weight: 18-30#
Max. draw length: 25″
Traditional Bamboo-Laminated “Golden Horde” Bow
Traditional bamboo-laminated Bow Golden Horde. It is a stylization of a composite bow of medium length. Such bows were used by nomadic peoples in Asia and Europe until the 18th century. Symmetric handle with leather grip, also available execution option with a notch in the handle from the left or right side.
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Materials: ash wood + bamboo
Total length: 59″
The length of the string: 57″
Draw weight: 20-45#
Max. draw length: 30″
Traditional Bamboo-Laminated “Varangian Guard” Bow
The traditional bamboo-laminated Varangian Guard bow is a stylization of medieval European longbows. It has relatively narrow limbs with a rectangular cross-section. We make two models: a 68 inches (171 сm) longbow and a 71 inches (180 сm) longbow.
A scene from the Bayeux Tapestry showing archers with Norman bows in the Battle of Hastings (1066)
In the Old Russ, the Slavs used to call Vikings Varangian Guard, so our bow is named after these Scandinavian warriors. According to the chronicles, the leader of one of the Varyags detachments founded the dynasty of the Kievan princes.
The prototype of the Varangian Guard bow was the North European wooden longbow, which was used by the Vikings. Such bows were named “Hedeby” after the Danish Viking Age trading settlement (8th-11th centuries) where they were found. During the archaeological excavations, a complete 191-сm yew longbow was hunted up.
The Varangian Guard has a straight form and a symmetric handle with a leather grip. There’s also an alternative option with a notch in the handle on the left or right side. The Varangian Guard will suit everyone who prefers longbows. This bow bends well throughout the entire length. The maximum draw length can be 35-36 inches for a 71 inches long bow.
Like all longbows and unlike short recurve bows, the Varangian Guard is less demanding in terms of the shooting technique. For a wooden longbow made without fibreglass, it has a good speed rating. For the draw length at 32 pounds per 28 inches, the speed of a 380-grain arrow will be about 150 frames per second.
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Materials: ash wood+bamboo
String material: dacron
Total length: 68” and 71”
The length of the string: 65” and 68”
Draw weight: 30-55#
Max. draw length:
36” for bow 71” and poundage up to 28#
32” for bow 71” and poundage 50-55#
for bow 68” Max. draw length less by 2 inches
Traditional Bamboo-Laminated “Zunghar” Mongolian Stylization
The traditional bamboo-laminated Bow Zunghar. It is a stylization of Mongolian and Manchu bow. The symmetric handle with a leather grip, also available execution option with a notch in the handle from the left or right side. The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Materials: ash wood + bamboo
Total length: 68″ and 71″
The length of the string: 65″ and 68″
Draw weight: 30-50#
Max. draw length: 32″
Traditional Fiberglass Laminated “Phoenix” Sasanian Stylization Bow
This bow model is a stylization of Sasanian bows in our author’s vision.
Such recursive bows of medium length with long horns also similar to medieval Mongolian or Yuan bows. Even medieval Hungarian bows have much in common, it’s due to fact that all these bow types originate from “Hun” bows.
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Materials: wood, fibreglass, veneer of precious wood on limbs. Also horn pads at handle and bow ends
String material: fast flight
Total envelope length: 60″
The length of the string: 53″
Draw weight: 25-50#
Max. draw length depends on poundage:
for bow up to 32# – 34″
33-40# – 33″
41-50# – 32″
Traditional Medieval Hungarian “Busson” Bow
The traditional Bow “Busson” is a stylization of the medieval Hungarian bow.
Materials: wood, fibreglass, precious wood
Total length: 62″
The length of the string: 58″
Draw weight: 30-50#
Max. draw length: 32″
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.Base model (wood + fibreglass)
Lux model (wood, fibreglass, precious wood)
Traditional Medium Level Recurve “Vixen” Bow
Traditional medium level recurve bow. It suitable for horseback archery because it is lightweight, flexible, and compact. Bow Vixen have short modification 48″ and long modification 52″.
The traditional recurve bow Vixen is a product of our partner Ukrainian bow manufacturer.
Traditional medium level recurve bow. It suitable for horseback archery because it is lightweight, flexible, and compact. Bow Vixen have short modification 48″ (length of the string) and long modification 52″. Short bow more suitable for thumb ring shooting.
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Materials: wood, fibreglass
String material: Dacron
Total length (Tip to tip along the belly): 52″ (56″)
The length of the string: 48” (52″)
Draw weight: 25-45#
Max. draw length: average 32″ (depends of poundage and bow length)
Traditional Stylization Medieval Turkish “Osman” Bow
This is a very fast and stable bow, without hand shock! It is a stylization of the medieval Turkish bow.
Materials: wood, fibreglass, precious wood, horn
Total length: 53″
Draw weight: 25-50#
Max. draw length: 32″
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Traditional Symmetric Bamboo “Scythia” Bow
The traditional bow Scythia is a stylization of the Scythian bow, which came from Eurasia, 3-5 сentury B.C. This model has a symmetric handle with a leather grip. Scythia is the name of one of the most eminent and powerful kings of Scythia (ca. 429 B.C. – 339 B.C.).
A Scythian bow and a fragment of a quiver Equestrian nomadic settlement area, Eurasia, 5th – 3rd century B.C
The Scythian bow appeared in the Bronze Age in the Eurasian steppes. It was distinguished by its compact size, flexibility and speed of the boom. The bow had a complex composite structure of several parts made of different types of wood, which increased the power and impact force. Sinew and horn were also used to manufacture the frame. The bow tips and grip were rigid whereas the limbs were flexible.
The Scythian bow was popular with nomadic peoples living in Eurasian steppes. It was a main war weapon of the Sarmatians. Such bow was light and thus perfectly suited for horse archery. The rider could freely and quickly turn around in the saddle, showering the opponents with arrows.
The bowstring and fabric case is complete with the bow.
Materials: ash wood + bamboo
String material: Dacron B50
Total length: 51″
The length of the string: 48″
Draw weight: 18-30#
Max. draw length: 25″
