I wish they made yarha Manchu bows of much higher draw weights. According to historical records many Manchus drew beyond 100lbs. Alibow’s imperial strength bow just doesn’t have the draw length or siyah length but I bought it anyways to compare
@@siberiaacoustic most archers these days don’t practice military archery anymore but I always wanted to revive it as a sport. For example Olympic javelin throwing has continued to be a strength+agility sport but archery has evolved into more of a mind focused sport in the competitive levels. Would be interesting in the competitive scene, if we revive the ancient art of drawing heavy bows and shooting them (reasonably) accurately and fast. I’d imagine it would attract more people into the growing sport of traditional archery
@@alibow3603 thanks for replying alibow. Yes I am currently looking at some horn sinew bows in China but haven’t found anything I like yet. I am excited to receive your 110@28 imperial strength bow soon. Let’s see how it performs
Good morning. I received my Longdraw Yahar today. It was a long journey. I ordered it on January 27th '21. Along with three extra strings, my usual thing, twelve [12] arrows, a couple of extra sleeves, two high quality custom made Manchu style thumb rings in special bags.. They sent eight [8] extra knocks for the arrows. A nice plus. Arrived today June 02 '21. Alibow was very good about my impatience. Tolerant of my impatience. A true quality outfit. I ordered this tackle on the weight of your reviews. I am very pleased with the out come. I wanted to know my story. Thank you for all the effort on our behalf. P.S. I also purchase a Turkish style bow from a review by you which does shoot underwater! Fantastic.
I just ordered the regular with some heavy arrows since I am of a smaller frame but cant wait to try 35 in draw. Thanks for introducing me to manchu bows.
Armin, please tell me how you avoid "arrow slap" on the arrow pass without using khatra on these bows?? Very stiff arrows maybe? Thanks as always for your knowledge!
Love the videos, just bought the han bow from af archery due to your recommendation I got the regular siyahs instead of the long. Also bought 6 manchu arrows from sarmat waiting for them to arrive. Your videos are very informative and relaxing to watch. Already got some people I work with to start watching your videos.
Would you expect stacking at the higher draw weights, for both bows, resulting in a shorter max draw? Eg. the 55# or 60#. If so would that make them less efficient if you can't pull them to the same lengths as the more moderate draw weight versions?
Thanks for the super informative review -- awesome as always! Can't wait to get my fingers on this one. I already have some nice 40" bamboo manchu arrows from Sarmat Archery waiting =)
How do you choose the draw weight for a starter manchu bow if you already do thumb draw but haven't shot manchu? I draw 45# thumb draw on a turkish bow anchored to the ear. Is the manchu draw different enough that I should start lower?
Unfortunately, shipping from Alibow costs more than doubles the cost to Australia Nsw after conversion they don't seem to want to make a bit cheaper for a fibreglass bows 😮
Does anyone have a good recommendation of a good starter bow that can be shot in any style, whether it be split finger or thumb draw? I only ask that way because I’ve only ever seen the Manchu bow being shot with a thumb draw. I haven’t picked a bow up in years and am having to start all over again.
Is it true the step thru method for stringing or any other type of method for stringing without a bow stringer warps the limbs? I keep seeing that you shouldn’t string a bow without a bow stringer..
The normal Yarha now also comes with two arrow passes on either side of the handle also. It also has a wide arrow pass. I think this is just the new standard for Yarha bows.
I have a question about Khatra for my Hankyu if you don't mind. Where can I find any info on it? I am striking out completely. I can find loads of talk about how wonderful it is etc., but nothing on HOW to do it. I can't even get a lesson as the kyudo school is closed, and the sensei won't do a private lesson.
I'm looking outside and seeing almost a foot of new snow on the ground. Can't help but be envious of that beautiful new green grass your field has, and it looks so warm right now!
As always, Nice to see a new video from Mr. Armin. I enjoy every one. I have not yet bought a bow, as I am an old man living on a budget. Instead, I am am taking up a hobby from my young years. All The kids here, We made our own bows, not very effective, But they worked against The Cowboys. Alas, one of them lost an eye. In perspective, in the age of internet info chaotic hell, I am very happy to find Malta Archery, and with info learned from this site and references i have collected, and dried out different samples of wood, and sinew from The recent Moose Hunt. I hope to have a lot of fun, trying to make bows and arrows. I live in Southern Norway, in my boat place I have collected a lot of flint arrowpoints from about 6 thousand years ago When The Ice cap drawed back from The Coast here. Of course, I will not use originals, But try to reproduce them. Thank You for Your vids, best Regards from Lindesnes.
Quality content sir! Some people are going to go broke just by watching your reviews at the rate you are posting them. 😂 I really enjoy your work. Thank you.
🔩ed😷, indeed. Interesting review though. I never thought of a long draw bow because of my short draw length..but it looks like so much fun! Thanks Armin.
Hey Armin! Love your videos. I just have a quick beginner question hope you can help. I have a black shadow korean bow 35# 48in on the way. How do I know what arrow mass to shoot? What GPP? I have 370 grain arrows 500 spine can I shoot those? Please help I can’t find much info about how heavy arrows should be for my bow.
You know Armin....for me, the Alan bamboo bow by Sarmat Archery is the best. Silent, not steacking at all, accurate, precise and even low cost. A great bow, simple like the every great stuff.
wonderful video Armin, you mentioned at 17:39 guanyin..?I would personally really like to hear you talk more about those different techniques... So many questions... shooting everyday..... thanks for spire me to practice more..
@@ArminHirmer I think the man you mentioned is 高穎 and the book is 射學正宗. But it was wrote in old Chinese and hard to read. I studied and it is helpful. Another thing, could you add subtitle in future movies by yourself? Because I can't hear anything and I need to wait automatic subtile to understand your words. But automatic subtile sometime took YT many days and sometime it is wrong. Thank you.
Excellent bow, will have to get my hands on one, if only they offered them in 80-100# draw weight, like t historical military Manchu bows. Thank you for the wonderful review Armin. God bless 👍🏼🏹
I wish they made yarha Manchu bows of much higher draw weights. According to historical records many Manchus drew beyond 100lbs. Alibow’s imperial strength bow just doesn’t have the draw length or siyah length but I bought it anyways to compare
How many people can pull that
@@siberiaacoustic most archers these days don’t practice military archery anymore but I always wanted to revive it as a sport. For example Olympic javelin throwing has continued to be a strength+agility sport but archery has evolved into more of a mind focused sport in the competitive levels. Would be interesting in the competitive scene, if we revive the ancient art of drawing heavy bows and shooting them (reasonably) accurately and fast. I’d imagine it would attract more people into the growing sport of traditional archery
@@HistoricalWeapons and horse archery. gotta add the horse archery. 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞
The traditional horn sinew composite bows excel at such draw weight.
@@alibow3603 thanks for replying alibow. Yes I am currently looking at some horn sinew bows in China but haven’t found anything I like yet. I am excited to receive your 110@28 imperial strength bow soon. Let’s see how it performs
Good morning. I received my Longdraw Yahar today. It was a long journey. I ordered it on January 27th '21. Along with three extra strings, my usual thing, twelve [12] arrows, a couple of extra sleeves, two high quality custom made Manchu style thumb rings in special bags.. They sent eight [8] extra knocks for the arrows. A nice plus. Arrived today June 02 '21. Alibow was very good about my impatience. Tolerant of my impatience. A true quality outfit. I ordered this tackle on the weight of your reviews. I am very pleased with the out come. I wanted to know my story. Thank you for all the effort on our behalf. P.S. I also purchase a Turkish style bow from a review by you which does shoot underwater! Fantastic.
I just ordered the regular with some heavy arrows since I am of a smaller frame but cant wait to try 35 in draw. Thanks for introducing me to manchu bows.
Armin, please tell me how you avoid "arrow slap" on the arrow pass without using khatra on these bows?? Very stiff arrows maybe? Thanks as always for your knowledge!
Love the videos, just bought the han bow from af archery due to your recommendation I got the regular siyahs instead of the long. Also bought 6 manchu arrows from sarmat waiting for them to arrive. Your videos are very informative and relaxing to watch. Already got some people I work with to start watching your videos.
Dear Armin, the higher brace height does not effect the maximum draw length of the bow? Best regards!
Hey Armin, great bow and video. which thumb ring design would you recommend for heavy bows?
Would you expect stacking at the higher draw weights, for both bows, resulting in a shorter max draw? Eg. the 55# or 60#. If so would that make them less efficient if you can't pull them to the same lengths as the more moderate draw weight versions?
Thanks for the super informative review -- awesome as always! Can't wait to get my fingers on this one. I already have some nice 40" bamboo manchu arrows from Sarmat Archery waiting =)
How do you choose the draw weight for a starter manchu bow if you already do thumb draw but haven't shot manchu? I draw 45# thumb draw on a turkish bow anchored to the ear. Is the manchu draw different enough that I should start lower?
I am not a long draw or Manchu archer. However, great comparison with lots of information. Kia mihi as always
Both are incredibly beautiful!
i always wonder the cord wrapping of these modern remakes are functional or not? are they just for the look or reallly there for reinforcement? thanks
They reinforce the joint and in case of failure it still will hold together
@@ArminHirmer thanks! have u repaired a loose one before? if so, CA glue or spray adhesive?
Unfortunately, shipping from Alibow costs more than doubles the cost to Australia Nsw after conversion they don't seem to want to make a bit cheaper for a fibreglass bows 😮
This bow looks beautiful and impressive.
Does anyone have a good recommendation of a good starter bow that can be shot in any style, whether it be split finger or thumb draw? I only ask that way because I’ve only ever seen the Manchu bow being shot with a thumb draw. I haven’t picked a bow up in years and am having to start all over again.
what nocks do you use?
self nock, glued in wood, kunststoff?
or did you use the bamboo version from sarmat archery?
or .... I have to much time for surfing...
did you use the carbon version from Alibow?
Bamboo from Sarmat but I think carbon from Alibow too. There I use either the M nocks or U nocks by vermil
At short distance the arrow is still flying obliquely as ascertained in other videos .
Is it true the step thru method for stringing or any other type of method for stringing without a bow stringer warps the limbs? I keep seeing that you shouldn’t string a bow without a bow stringer..
Yes it does if you don't do it properly. Some bows are more prone to twist
I bought a normal Yarha about 6-7 months ago and it had two ray skin arrow passes
yeah they changed it in the meantime :)
The normal Yarha now also comes with two arrow passes on either side of the handle also. It also has a wide arrow pass. I think this is just the new standard for Yarha bows.
good to know
Wonderful review. Are those arrow speed accurate though? I remember you got a 160 FPS from one of these bows three years ago?
I think yes
I have a question about Khatra for my Hankyu if you don't mind.
Where can I find any info on it?
I am striking out completely. I can find loads of talk about how wonderful it is etc., but nothing on HOW to do it.
I can't even get a lesson as the kyudo school is closed, and the sensei won't do a private lesson.
I suggest you go to Armin's channel and just search the word "Khatra". Armin already has a tutorial on how it works.
I think I explained it in the hankyu videos, the Japanese use a bit different khatra
The arrow seems to oscillate with less amplitude using the normal brace height.
I'm looking outside and seeing almost a foot of new snow on the ground. Can't help but be envious of that beautiful new green grass your field has, and it looks so warm right now!
very warm today :D
As always, Nice to see a new video from Mr. Armin.
I enjoy every one.
I have not yet bought a bow, as I am an old man living on a budget.
Instead, I am am taking up a hobby from my young years.
All The kids here, We made our own bows, not very effective, But they worked against The Cowboys.
Alas, one of them lost an eye.
In perspective, in the age of internet info chaotic hell, I am very happy to find Malta Archery, and with info learned from this site and references i have collected, and dried out different samples of wood, and sinew from The recent Moose Hunt.
I hope to have a lot of fun, trying to make bows and arrows.
I live in Southern Norway, in my boat place I have collected a lot of flint arrowpoints from about 6 thousand years ago When The Ice cap drawed back from The Coast here.
Of course, I will not use originals, But try to reproduce them.
Thank You for Your vids, best Regards from Lindesnes.
Love my Yarha, to bad it cannot draw more then 35 inch. What would be a recommendation as next step up in Machu archery?
Quality content sir! Some people are going to go broke just by watching your reviews at the rate you are posting them. 😂
I really enjoy your work. Thank you.
Yarha is a monster of a bow! The long draw version is a beauty!! Thank you
🔩ed😷, indeed.
Interesting review though. I never thought of a long draw bow because of my short draw length..but it looks like so much fun!
Thanks Armin.
Hey Armin! Love your videos. I just have a quick beginner question hope you can help. I have a black shadow korean bow 35# 48in on the way. How do I know what arrow mass to shoot? What GPP? I have 370 grain arrows 500 spine can I shoot those? Please help I can’t find much info about how heavy arrows should be for my bow.
Hi Tarek. This bow can handle 6-7gpp. 370 is more then 10gpp, which is fine
@@ArminHirmer so the minimum is 6-7gpp??
@@trexypoo5360 yes, but it will be hard to find arrows which are this weight and with 10gpp you are on the safe side
@@ArminHirmer Thank you for replying very much armin! I really appreciate this. Great content by the way I love your videos!
You know Armin....for me, the Alan bamboo bow by Sarmat Archery is the best. Silent, not steacking at all, accurate, precise and even low cost. A great bow, simple like the every great stuff.
i miss your mini glasses 😭
more comfy like this :D
His pince-nez? Yes they were definitely cool. Can understand the comfort factor though
wonderful video Armin, you mentioned at 17:39 guanyin..?I would personally really like to hear you talk more about those different techniques... So many questions... shooting everyday..... thanks for spire me to practice more..
gao ying is the method which Justin Ma wrote a book about, a translation of Gao Ying's manual
@@ArminHirmer I think the man you mentioned is 高穎 and the book is 射學正宗. But it was wrote in old Chinese and hard to read. I studied and it is helpful.
Another thing, could you add subtitle in future movies by yourself? Because I can't hear anything and I need to wait automatic subtile to understand your words. But automatic subtile sometime took YT many days and sometime it is wrong. Thank you.
@@longyee4402 The Way of Archery I believe is the title
Thanks a lot! I am trying it out. it is bringing me food results already!
Another great video!
I am still waiting on my bows to arrive, thanks for the fix.
I find that snake skin pretty tacky. The all black limbs look way better.
They are interesting bows for sure
A "long draw version" of the Yarha! You people with your orangutan arms. I'd have to start drawing my bow with my legs to do any better than 33".
I just found your channel a week ago and now you do a video on the same bow I have owned for many years :D
Excellent bow, will have to get my hands on one, if only they offered them in 80-100# draw weight, like t historical military Manchu bows. Thank you for the wonderful review Armin. God bless 👍🏼🏹
Cześć , spoko .
Pozdro.
Hi, i'm the first :D
First lol