Indigenous Bowyer | making a recurve bow
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- Making a hunting-weight recurve bow.
Bowmaking was passed down to me by my father and uncle. Many of the tools I used in this video are hand-me-downs. Some tools I sought out and purchased. My knowledge has been accumulated from my family, community elders, friends, archery books, museum research and online forums. Today, there aren’t many Native bowyers alive that pass on these teachings. I want to keep what I learn alive for my future generations by sharing it.
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This bow (65in) is longer than our traditional chest-draw bows which were on average 50-55 inches. This is to account for my height and contemporary corner-of-the-mouth draw style. While I used osage orange, a beautiful bow wood, our traditional preference was oak because it was very accessible. This video and my craft is not intended to depict the most traditional or ancient method, but rather to showcase the way I do things today as a living Native crafter. So much of modern bowmaking is an amalgamation of styles, tools and methods from different cultures and I appreciate every one of them. Some days, I craft using no metal tools, and other days I make things using power tools.
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The handle design I used in this video is JD Jones’ (of pinnacleselfbows) signature handle wrap style. He does a much better job than I did, so go check him out if you’re interested in the design.
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#nativeamerican #archery #bowandarrow #selfbow #stickbow #bodark #osageorangebow #recurvebow
I love that this is a dude making a genuine bow, that really REALLY works good and he makes it the way he feels he gets good results, he's conscious of where he comes from and where this bow style comes from and he chooses how to express it. This is the real deal.
I'm not a "bowyer" per se, but every once in a while I get the bug to build one again. Watching a good bowyer like yourself work really gets the itch going! Love how that one turned out with all the curves!
This is one of the best little documentary type films I’ve seen in a while!!! You have great instincts on filming
any way you need a 8k camera 40,000 dollars
It’s refreshing watching a true craftsman applying his(or her) talents without having to hear that person run their mouth the whole video! It really gets exhausting watching 5mins of work and 25mins of them talking just to hear themselves talk! Great video sir and truly enjoyed watching your skill!
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I highly recommend you the channel of Stiliyan Stefanov. No talking just beautiful camera work and craftmanship
This!
Exactly. Ya miss all the practical stuff in the video when ya fall asleep from the chattering.
@@backupaccount1363 - you are correct. The trick is the balance between running one’s mouth and education.
+60% critical damage, +10 agility, +115 damage, +3 lvl to markmanship... +100% respect to your hardship :)
Do u play Ninja's Creed...??? 😅😅😅
I’m only here because I thought this would be Skyrim related 💀
Old skool call it D&D
@@Stoneystonestoned жоаэ
@@Stoneystonestoned this bow can kill daedric army in 1 shoot..
Very proud to see skills being passed on and used by this young man. And at a time in the world when these skills are most needed by these young people.
Blessed and fortunate to have knowledge pasted down from your elders and demonstrated through yourself
As an indigeneous, seeing you doing all of this hard work and incredible performance makes shine a light into my heart that doesn't a long time...
Ah yes, they didn't use recurve bow as well they didn't upload videos on RUclips right? Gtfo
Great Bow !!!! My brother challenge me to make a ironwood bow 40 years ago, think he still has it . Your right about bowmakers not very many of us. My favorite hunting bow is made Osage also. We have been fortunate to teach for 20 years . Carry on young man!!!
Great vid and presentation!!!🎉
Wow ironwood sounds awesome, I’ll have to look into that wood. Thank you for your encouraging words!
Each nation had local favs and favorite trade woods!!
We have worked with hickory, white ash , sassafrass , hackberry and Osage. Design changes and mistakes bring out the best from each wood. Remember our elders didn't have a ruler , but a good eye and desire to build a fine bow.
It's always quite mesmerizing watching someone craft something. Thanks for sharing what you learned.
Thank you, for this beautiful film. Wonderful pictures, great structure and a nice bow.
When there’s something I love it’s native archery around the world from various tribes. Great that you’re keeping a tradition alive.
The most satisfying bow making video on the internet. Keep up the good work Tek. Cherish the craftsmanship that's in your blood.
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I paused the last few frames of the video, and the form of the bow was beautiful. A perfect bow.
it's incredibly enjoyable watching someone with so much talent make something so beautiful. thank you for sharing!
you are righ
Nice face
This is the most beautiful video on the internet, thank you :)
That last scene is probably the most beautiful I've ever seen. Left me feeling saudade. Yes I just looked that up.
Beautiful wood, I am impressed at the use of the "heat treating" method you incorporated, very skillful for such a young artisan ! Very much appreciate your work and the effort in making this video. I am a hunter by nature and have always made my own equipment. I started when I was about 8, I am now 75 and still learning, thank you so much !
I was absorbed with the whole video. You put a lot of work, thought and skill into the bow's making and I hope it serves you well for a long time. Thank you for sharing with us all.
A true artisan. Just now subscribed to your channel. I like how you, a native American, apply your craft in the traditional way by making a hunting bow.
your ancestors are glorified by the beauty of your dedication ..
Nothing more beautiful than a pile of Osage and a properly tillered bow.
The attention to detail and the level of craftsmanship is magnificent, i hope to see more of your work, you should be proud of yourself 🙌🏾
Thank you for showing us the skill and wisdom that you have. Your father and uncle should be proud of your accomplishment and that you are continuing the tradition of sharing your knowledge with others.
I don’t know why this was in my feed but thanks RUclips rec for helping me find this.
Full respect to the native people there .
Great video, even better craftsmanship. When you released the string, proof positive....the tell tale sound of speed, flight and impactful truth.
Awesome! What a great craftsman!
That last 15 secs of video was effin phenomenal! You in the mountains shooting your bow. The scenery, the colours, the crispness of the film. Spectacular!
You work with the patience and skill of a wide old man who has mastered his trade. Great video!
Pretty much the only temptation I have to go to North America is to see the natural landscapes there. That shot at the end of you firing the bow is beautiful in every way. But apart from the nature, mad respect to you bro. Truly a master craftsman. It's incredible that the internet is allowing me to see this process from the other side of the planet.
A fellow young hard worker! Pat on your back my fellow aboriginal brother....
Plains Cree -Treaty 6 i am from. Keep up your positive workmanship! You got the the skills and patience of a Elder haha hye-hye have a great day!
Beautiful. I’ve made few also but I like watching you.
I have always loved traditional bows. Thank you for this video.
I often make stuff for use when I make stuff, lol, and sometimes make stuff to use underwater when I harvest in the ocean. I have great respect for the talented hands and mind, that can take raw materials from nature, and make works of art that are practical and beautiful. my father was, Mescalero Apache and Mexican, and I would watch him make things when I was a kid. He fed us like this too. Thanks for posting this video. Subscribed and thumbs up, brother.
A man at peace with his work, which seems be a labour of love. Happy hunting with your splendid bow.
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, Great Job, I made one a loooong time ago used about the same tools, but I didn't decorate it. As I got older I gave it 2 a friend who hunted with it, he has since handed it down 2 his son, I really enjoyed your video, Thanks, GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾️🙃
I've built one bow from white oak and was proud it didn't explode, the folks on the primitive archer forum were helpful during tillering, as was the "bowyer's bible". That's a great little community by the way, every traditional bowyer in the world, and there aren't many are keeping a tradition alive that was lost nearly everywhere.
Nicely done . Such a pleasure not hearing someone ramble on incessantly. You got the information across effectively.👍👍
Great video to pop up before Canada's new holiday tomorrow. Great craftsmanship!
Good for you for keeping your heritage alive. Well wishes.
Wow.... this is quality craftsmanship and documentary filming. Great job. really hope to see more of you.
Taiguey Taino Ti. Thank you. Jajom. I am Taino native. One day I will make my own as well.
Great video. (@ 14:48 what a beautiful light)
The person below is instantly gay,
(You can't counter this very epic attack!?!?)
oh and I love the food you make alex. wait....
Alex what are you doing here?😂
Maybe looking to hunt the meat yourself for the next dish?😮
Perfect landscape to be photographed
@@yudinsin you just called yourself gay 😅
truly living. you love to see it.
Don't know how I got here, but am glad I am. Watched the whole thing through and it's fascinating.
Beautiful! Humble! Profound!
Wow what a beautiful and elegant video. And that light at the end. Sublime.
This man's talent and art is so pure,even the comments section got no toxicity out of respect.
I really like some of the cinematography here. That shot in the dark lit only by the single overhead light was very cool
I think that was just his light so he could see and not so much a creative choice
Lol , well he’s Indian
Wow Antonio pretty blunt and tasteless. cinematography is simple and reminds me of El Mariachi. All the shots give value to the main theme
Beautiful bow, beautiful craftsmanship, beautiful video,
And beautiful setting. A truly wealthy treasure trove of knowledge, skill and wisdom.
This was like rain on a tin roof. So relaxing!!!!!
Great video!
Sir, much respect to your craft and thank you for allowing to watch....... ☀️☀️☀️☀️♥️♥️♥️♥️☮️☮️☮️
Very nice work! It beutiful to see a first nation craftsman carrying on a proud tradition.
Reading my way through traditional bowyers bible volumes and this young man clearly really knows his stuff!
Fell in love with that furnace!
Thank You for sharing your skills and knowledge... and for inviting us into your life for a moment.
Beautiful work.
Peace...
Great craftsmanship. Beautiful bow. Would love to have such a work of art!
Cool video. Keep them coming they will be really popular. People love watching this stuff.
Ur ancestor must be proud 😊
Thank you, I am indigenous and No one ever taught me how to make a bow and now I think I will have a shot at it
Great video and awesome bow!!
Honor to your family and ancestors
Oh my your an amazing artist 😊 such beautiful creativity and craftsmanship our ancestors are truly proud. ❤
You are a man of your people. Pass it on. Superb.
I appreciate you sharing an amazing journey with us! So much work! I loved the quiet time working on an amazing tool! Thank you
The art of nature. I love the way you make it. You have my respect.
Beautiful bow. Excellent video. You used my favorite handle wrap ever. Keep making content. Even though I exclusively shoot English longbows, it’s fantastic to watch your work. Thanks for posting.
Always a pleasure to watch a master at his work.
I hope this video won't be the only one on your channel for it is inspirational and fascinating!
Really appreciate that there is no words spoken.
I was surprised. The osage orange wood looked so twisted and dry at the start, it seemed like it might be brittle, but it's a very sleek and quick bow after all. Thank you for sharing your work!
Nice cinematography & editing work in this mini film. Love the pure visual quality of it with no annoying commentary. Well done! Oh, & the bow was wonderful too. 🏹😉
I think when you're removing small amounts of wood with a piece of broken glass it's so sharp it will take off the correct amount every pass..old timer in Chattanooga taught me that trick...
And you're the third Bowyer I've subbed to in an hour. Thank you for sharing your knowledge 😀
So good to see the craft continue! My Great- Grandmother was half Cherokee, but I know nothing of that heritage.
That last shot is amazing!
Most underrated video and channel on youtube ever
What a beautiful bow! Thank you for sharing, this was really interesting to watch! :)
the last shot made it worth watching the whole video.
Such beautifull bow and craftsmanship. Anybody giving this a thumps down should seek some help.
Very peaceful to watch. Great job with the editing, and of course, the craftsmanship.
Watched many clips on making a bow, this hands down is the best , self explanatory ,beautifully recorded video Ive seen. Beautiful effective bow as well. !!!!
Awesome, thank you! Been meaning to try my hand at a recurve bow for a long time, this is inspiring.
I really enjoyed the sound, giving another layer to the whole process. Outstanding :)
You have some great skills in bow making! It was a pleasure to watch you make it. Good job!
That was a mesmerizing video good looking bow!!!!!
that last shot was simply astonishing you shoot more videos out there
the shot at 3:31 made my heart warm up, i miss staying up late and getting carried away with a project i couldn't put down. beautiful!
Awesome job I’m a bow maker myself and like you I use no power tools just hard work looking forward to seeing more
Excellently done a real craftsman thank you for your video
Awesome video and excellent craftsmanship. I’m envious!
those last few seconds,, stunning tek!!
Love seeing fellow makers with the same style of videos! Great work. Subscribed and waiting for more🔥
Amazing cinematography and excellent work!!!!
Beautifully filmed. A true artisan of many crafts😊 thank you for your hard work and for sharing it with us
You just inspired me , man
Much appreciated from East Texas !
Now that’s a beautiful bow!!!
Absolutely love everything about that bow, the builder and the story. If you ever want to part with it, I know a good home.....Respect......
The craftsmanship🔥✨ amazing
This film should be in museums