Won't be making any more Longbows.
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- Опубликовано: 4 апр 2020
- I Won't be making any more Longbows. My bowyer's journey reaches its end.
I'm Mick Grewcock, retired from business and now self-learning the art of film-making.
My subjects are many but centre on our English landscape and its wildlife and I often feature our own woodland - Our Corner of England.
My Gear:
Panasonic GH5
Panasonic GH4
Panasonic 14mm-140mm f3.5-f5.6
Panasonic 100mm-400mm f4.0-f6.3
Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 EF
Lumix 25mm f1.7
Sigma 18-35mm EF Art
Vintage Helios M44-2 58mm f2
Vintage SMC Takumar 135mm f3.5
Vintage SMC Takumar 200mm f4
M42 to M43 adaptors
Viltrox Speedbooster 0.71 EF to M43
Viltrox Macro extension tubes
Variable ND filters
Canon G7X
GoPro Hero
GoPro Session 5
iPhone 11
Velbon DV-7000 tripod and fluid head & Reveille Video Tripod
Mini slider dolly
Koolertron 1M slider
Zhiyun Crane Plus
DJI Mavic Air drone
Neewer ND filters for Mavic Air
Rode Video MicPro on-camera microphone
Rode SmartLav lavalier microphone
Zoom H1 field stereo audio recorder
Final Cut Pro X
MacBook Pro 15"
iMac 27"
GTech & My Passport Storage
Filming usually in 4K (quad HD) and HD for slo-mo 8 & 10 bit. Cine-like D picture profile, modified.
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The relief I felt when I realised that you hadn't burnt those beautiful bows is indescribable. Thank you for the lessons, and for letting us join your journey.
Thx for the spoil
Thank you Mick! I’m 19 and you inspired me to try to make an English Long bow last year. It took me ages but I finally made one that drew 70lb at 28. I was so proud and I carry that experience with me always. I hope you get better and I hope you find another skill that you can refine. You are a great man.
Thank you, from one novice bowyer to another!
Came for the bows.
Stayed for the stories.
As an archer myself the thought of burning those beautiful bows brought a tear to my eye, then you said "I couldn't do it." The relief I had brought a smile to my face.
Had me teared up there mate, but I remember that every ending is also a new beginning. Still hoping to share that pint with you one day.
Michael Thompson thanks for your comment sir!
Same here. To have your hobby of many years go up in smoke, literally or figuratively as it were, would be absolutely devastating. I'm glad he's found something else to replace it though. His voice sounds like David Attenborough
You've achived so much and challenged thousands of people to try making bows... Not bad for... what?...4-5 years a Bowyer??
I really thought u burned those bows.... They are a treasure!!!
Mick,
When you became a Bowyer little did you know it is a lifetime journey. The Gods of the stick and string do not allow resignations! Take time to heal and with all of your talent and creativity find a way engage yet again!! May God bless you sir!!
If u burnt those gorgeous bows I would have been pissed at u lol. Relieved.
Same. I had an eight page angry rant ready to fire off, a plane ticket to buy, and a man to murder. Then I read your comment when my blood was at peak boiling and skipped ahead. Shame - I was about to solve his back ache for him. With strangulation! :P
bashpr0mpt Never attempt to strangle a man who can still use a bow...
Nice to see you (he) didn't destroy them.... But I'm still pissed.
Lol
Thank God
David Freese same
The entire first part of this video touched me in some weird way and when it looked like you were going to burn your bows I was literally almost crying.
Hearing you say "I couldn't do it" made me laugh out in relief and actually shed a tear of happiness. Beautiful video, thank you so much for teaching me so much about bows and archery, I really love your videos and enjoy listening to you😌
Thank you very much 🙏
I'm so relieved you didn't burn them! You can still mentor&instruct a new generation of bow shooters&makers, opening up a new world of fun for them, insuring that your talents go on giving to others.
As a blacksmith in his mid twenties, I realize that one day, the toll my craft takes on my body will be too much to bare and on that day, my hammer shall strike glowing steel no more. You, good sir, have set an example for me for when that day comes. I am grateful to you for this lesson and when next I have my Guinness in hand I shall toast to you and your great works.
Mick, I had severe back problems shooting heavy longbows when I was in my 20’s & I had never been injured. I healed for about a year, cut back on the draw weight to about 45# and most importantly exercised both sides of my back. I would pull the bow with both my right hand then left. If I took my shirt off the back muscle on my right side was about 4” longer than the left. This was pulling my back vertebrae out of alignment causing spasms. Now I go the gym and work both sides of the back equally. Take care my friend, from Arizona
Remember to work the opposite muscles too (pectoral & front deltoids) for extra stability :)
I had a bad car accident decades ago and injured my back. I was a gym-goer but thought "I have to take it easy now." After a year of "taking it easy" and not getting better, I thought, "F**k it, I'm going to work out hard even if it hurts." And my back got better. Working out and getting strong again was just what it needed. I'm 63 now, still work (hard, although with reduced capacity, if not reduced strength) and my back is pretty much fine.
So I always advise people - don't rest it, work it and make it stronger. Be smart about it, don't injure yourself by going too hard, too quickly, but rebuild what's broken. Resting too much will likely lead to more problems later.
My mentor taught me to draw the bow in the opposite arm several times to shift my back back to the way it was supposed to be... He was a great teacher and alot of knowledge was lost with him passing.
I got mangled in a motorcycle accident. I live in a country with socialised healthcare and can't afford the private clinic treatment entry of $7K and waiting 3 years to be seen seems pointless (where I live the fastest way for migrants to get on a permanent disability pension after their first 20 years of migrant pension is to fake a back injury so the healthcare system is flooded with fake claimants) so I ended up falling through the Medicare cracks like many. Hell, 80% of our illegal drug users in this country aren't recreational but people who cannot get treatment for chronic acute pain. The one thing that stops me from shooting myself--besides the government confiscating all guns, knives, pointy sticks and steel capped boots--is that working your core can take some of the strain off your spine. I still can't stand for more than 10 minutes without significant discomfort (which is daft given I spent from 18 to 26 in law enforcement and was on my feet for 12 hours a day without breaking a sweat) but it's the difference between existing and roping myself. Exercise is crucial.
@uncletigger Save it.
As an amateur archer, and aspiring bowyer, I'm sorry that this was the first of your videos I found. I hope you will find your way back to it, and in the meantime I hope to be able to research the other videos you have already provided. Best of luck in your endeavors, and I hope you'll feel fit enough, and have the desire, to return to making bows.
Mick, "What the caterpillar calls the end of the world,
the rest of the world calls butterfly."
But you already know this.
Hello Mick, all these years I followed your path of bow making and the wonderful landscape that could be seen in your videos. Today my heart almost broke and I had to hold back the tears when you wanted to give your work to the fire. A wink of fate held you back. Thanks. Guido (Switzerland)
I am one of those who got inspired by your videos, and started bowmaking. Thanks for all the helpful content you gave us!
My heart was in my mouth when your bows appeared to rest on the flames, your art of video making remains good even if your health stops you in your art of bow making. Thanks for sharing your journey with the bow. Good luck with your health.
Lovely video! I really wondered what the end would be. Excellent work.
I'm amazed you have the time to watch other RUclips channels.
Thanks Mick for all you efforts in helping others “have a go “ at making a longbow ! keep well yourself and thanks again.
Ahahahaha, Ive had a go so many times thanks to Mick, an I ain't no Bowyer, SNAP!
Makes it look so easy too?
Mick, I understand completely. I severely injured my lower back in 2013, I thought my life was over. I found blackamithing to be a wonderful physical therapy for me. And, I am beside myself with joy that you didn't burn your bows!
Your videos inspired me to start making bows. Thank you for giving me such a wonderful hobby, and thank you for helping the traditional archery/bowyery community gain many new members. Cheers from Bosnia!
My teacher in Craft once told me: "Boys make bows, men make Arrows!". Perhabs that will open up a new field of interest for you? Thanks for your work and inspiration and take care of you!
Making arrows is child's play compared to bows. And I do not mean the mere assembly of arrows that passes as "making".
@@HondoTrailside I think you missed his point.
@@Khyrid true
Fletching is an art, making bows needs strength, having a young apprentice fills that gap, making arrows not as hard but great skill as well.
One may retire but passing the torch immortalize one's passion of the arts
Any bow that one makes, has a spirit which becomes like a good friend that you never want to part with !
Watching your videos is mindfulness, thank you for taking us all along!
Almost broke my heart when i though you were burning the bows. Mick, i feel for you, but you have to look after your health so its for the best. Obviously your passion for film making hasnt been effected so i look forward to seeing what you publish in the future. All the best mate.
Well....that was tough to watch...omg was I genuinely relieved when you didn't burn the bows. Lol I audibly said out loud "oh thank God". Crazy. Cheers Mick...look forward to any films you do.
I did the same think. Muttered “oh thank God.”
The joy and peace I receive from your videos, watching your truly gifted craftsmanship is immeasurable. You keep well, as well. Thank you for all you've shared.
Thank you so much
You've inspired a lot of people Mick. I'm one of those dudes who work a 9-by-5 job, and I feel like I'm wasting away as my job demands more of me. You inspired me to try my hands at craftmanship and I'm a lot happier than ever. I wish that you would come back stronger and better than ever. We love you!
Thank you. I am glad I have helped in a tiny way. Good luck and stay well.
Aw thousands of wishes to you mick. You had me when you threw the bows down. Lots of love to you! Stay strong 💚
You really had me going there Mick. I honestly thought you were going to burn them. All that hard work and love in flames... Noooo!
Your videos are as well crafted as ever Mick. Keep them coming!
Thanks for having us Mick. Cheers mate
Sad, sad day. For you and for the rest of us. Your patience while making those bows was physically palpable. It enjoined us to find the same calm center in all our lives. Good luck for the future.
A bow, a sling, a hunting knife, a spear, etc. and so on , we all have them in our blood and in our DNA. and we cannot forget them even if they are not useful to us now.
(you never know !!!)
I wish you much, health, and do not refuse what your heart and reason tells you !!!
I've been a bow maker ever since I can remember. At least 70 years.Been able to pull heavy bows with ease, but time has taken its toll. Now I'm only comfortable with 40lbs bows and have taken up field archery were powerful bows are not needed.I can recommend it,great fun and good company.
I've greatly enjoyed your videos on all subjects, but will miss your bow making ones. You have a natural feel for working wood.
Mick, I'm sad for you, saying goodbye to your passion saddens me.
Thank you for your video, your advice, your communicative enthusiasm.
I would like so much to be as gifted as you.
Thank you for all you've done for the sport of archery and the craft of bowyering. You are one of the Greats.
I only just found your videos and am subsequently in the process of making my first bow! Just wanted to send lots of gratitude your way, your videos have helped and entertained me immensely these last couple of weeks. Thank you for all your hard work, I hope you know how many people you’ve inspired 🙌🏻
P.S. I am SO glad you didn’t burn them!!
You had me there ,THANKS for your help, not fired mine in over a year ,stay safe
Almost had me crying! I love your videos and would love to keep watching them. I'm very sad to hear you won't be making anymore longbows. I screamed "YES" when you said you couldn't burn your bows. I had a lot of fun with my kids watching your tutorials and then running outside to see what we could build. Thanks for your time and awesome videos.
Take care of yourself. I hope you get better soon
There are quite a number of videos of people burning (or almost burning) items of value on RUclips. But none like this. You had me crying. You made me want to become a better craftsman. You made me remember why makers and our community are so wonderful. Thank you.
Thank you for watching 🙏🙏
First time I've ever watched your channel. Nevertheless, I am saddened by your loss. I am acquainted with the difficulty of losing the ability to pursue a passion. My heart and prayers go out to you.
The filming is so epic. Love it
Mick - thanks so much for all this - the world is a better place from you sharing your pasion and enthusiasm. All the best for your next adventures.
Thank you master, for sharing your teachings with the world and me. May your teachings live forever.
I was saying no when you was going to put them on the fire haha you got me you made some lovely bow and I’ve got in to bow making ever since watching you videos so thank you mick
I discovered your bowmaking videos about two years ago and was indecisive werther they were great tutorials or even better videos. You are a man of many talents, but from my experience I know bowmaking and shooting bows is very adictive. I recommend low poundage bows (30 or so pounds). They will allow you to stay in the "game" without hurting your back.
I wish you good health and many more great videos (hopefuly about bowmaking and other woodwork).
Many regards from Zagreb.
So sorry you've had to stop thank you for the enjoyment of your videos. ALL THE BEST FOR THE FUTURE.
Almost cried when I thought you burned them. I would have loved to own a beautifully hand crafted bow. Sad to hear you will not continue making bows, guess it is time to teach a younger generation the art.
Hi Micky boy !!!
You remember the day I told you , that you have great talent as a film-maker ???
Your health is important , stay safe !!!
P.S.
You had me , I owe you a beer ...
I’m glad to see you didn’t burn them in the end, and would have respected your decision either way though. Great vid.
Mr. Grewcock; I owe you many thanks, from your first bow making video to now presumably your last. Frankly however I am most thankful you did not destroy your bows. I know I am not alone in that. Have great luck and enjoyment in you endeavor!
Mick, so relieved that you didn't burn your bows. I'm 77 and just started to build bows and your a big part of that, I had hurt my shoulder with a bow too big for me but now am feeling better. God bless you, enjoy your films more than you know!
Good luck building bows Richard!!
Sad to hear this Mick, hope you're recovering, & thanks for the inspiration to have a go at making bows. Stay safe!
So, now the time has come for the crossbow?
@Brian Holtzman that would be great too!!
Or slings?
@@-Rickster- i think you meant slingshots, just wanted to let you know that, no offense. If I thought right.
Stefan Hoskovec I meant slingshot or slings for short👍🏼
Stefan Hoskovec A sling is bibical, a slingshot is rubber powered and "let me show you it's features" in a german accent.
He could do either, but I think a craftsman of bows would take the bibical route
Thanks Mick. Look forward to your possible return. Your skills have been transferable to my own amateur making.
Mick I've been a subscriber for years and always enjoyed your bow videos but you have to do what you have to do! The subject matter brought me to your channel but your sincerity and talent as a communicator and a videographer kept me here. All the best and I hope you can find joy in whatever occupies your time nowadays.
You should just keep them for the memories. One day you might feel like auctioning a few of them to people who would be honored to own one. One day you might even decide to hand a few down to younger kids, so as to hopefully inspire them to engage in making and shooting the longbow: it's such an intuitive thing, so satisfying to the human senses, yet a lot of people now days will live their lives without ever having shot a bow - such a tragedy, if you ask me.
did you even watch the video?
@@ArsenijeRadenovic Yes. Why? Did my comment seem out of place?
You should take an apprentice, it is a shame this skill go to waste...
It looked as best friend's funeral at first glance...but you made a great choice. Thank you for all the vids you've made - I think you should turn now into documenting other craftsmen and their work. You have a gift. Stay well, thank you Mike!
This is the first video of yours that I’ve watched. Then I spent an hour reading and liking darn near all the lovely and supportive comments. I have to say though as hard as it was to accept your burning of your bows I respected your decision. Then you go and pull one over on me. I’m in my late 50’s. I’ve been shooting and hunting with bows since I was 7. Since that young age I’ve competed, built and taught archery. My children and my grandchildren shoot bows. What I’ve learned and loved in my journey with the bow is igniting a spark of archery in someone for the first time and watching it grow in them to a passion. You sir have this in spades ♠️. You have inspired people across the country and a round the world. You’re a story teller, a film maker, a craftsman, and a teacher. You are so much more to the archery community than just a yeoman and bowyer.
Mick since I’m stuck under quarantine in Effingham, Illinois. USA. I’ll just raise a pint to you mate, congratulate you on all your successes and wish you the best of luck going forward.
Those that can no longer physically do things have the knowledge, and wisdom to teach the younger generations. That is where fathers, and Grandfathers remain such an important roll in our world.
Thank you for the time you put into the Bows and the jurney you took me on.
I lost the love of my life last year .
I can honestly say you and your videos Helped my through a very dark time .
Mick I wish you the very best of all you wish for .
Best Regards Ian.👍
All the best Mick in whatever you choose to do. Your archery found a kindred soul here in New Zealand.
Thanks for all of your fabulous videos. It has been a pleasure following your journey. Wishing you all the best.
Well done, Mick, thankyou for sharing your craft. Be well, and in whatever direction you now take, may your arrows always fly true.
Dear Mick, for over a year i wondered what could have happened to you. Sad to hear that the pain came back after such a long time. You will hopefully getting better one day, i wish you all the best. You encouraged me making my first yew longbow, watching your videos was always more than helpful. Take care, health is the greatest gift.
Greetings from Germany
Yours sincerely
Chris
Mick, You teached me all i know....
Thank you, You are the Best.
This was the 1st video of yours that I've seen and I almost cried. Beautiful work beautiful story.
Thank you for sharing the journey. Thank you too, for not burning those bows.
Dude! Been making bows for over a decade. Loved watching your journey. Big thanks!
Thank you for the many hours of enjoyment watching your videos. I hope and pray for your continued success.
I decided to start making bows after your videos.
Thanks for all the tutorials you’ve given.
So glad you didn't burn them, sad to hear you can't make anymore. Thankyou for the wealth of knowledge you have shared
I was relieved to see that you were unable to destroy a key chapter in your own story, an enjoyable story that you have shared with us.
Sorry to hear about your health issues, started watching your channel a few years ago when I was looking at the history of longbows. Your videos have been always entertaining and enlightening, glad that you didn't burn the bows hopefully things will improve and you can continue your journey. Good luck and stay safe.
Thanks for not burning those up. Some of us can't get ahold of such wonderful bows.
I've been watching your videos for almost 2 years and, for some reason, I missed this one. You ended your bow journey at about the same time I began mine. You taught me a lot and inspired me. I hope your back is healing and one day you can return to the fold. But even if you cannot, you continue to be an asset to the bow-making community.
Thank you 🙏
@@MickGrewcock Actually, thank YOU.
Thank You for taking use on Your Wonderful Journey of Bow Making
Keep Well Mick
Sincerely Yours
Dwight
Your videos inspires a lot of people making english long bow, and with your authentic voice
I haven't seen your videos of making the bow but I can see your skill and art in you're hands and on your shoulder as you walked up to that fire and held my breath and finally breathed a breath when the camera panned back. I can see a wonderful craftsman who has a lot to share even in stories about each one. Wish I knew you and lived close so I could get you to tell them all. Sorry for the pain but you are alive with a lot to share. Thanks for the glimpse of your time. God Bless you forever.
Thank you for making this video, I applaud the courage and dignity that you have shown in allowing us to join you for your final journey with "A bent stick and a length of string". I must also add that you broke my heart when you threw your bundle of bows into the fire, and teared me up when you saved them. If any of those beautiful creations ever find themselves in need of a good home in the future, please let me know, it would be my privilege to look after one for a while.
Whatever path your life leads you down now, I am sure a man with your obvious drive and talent will have a great adventure, please be so kind as to document it and allow us to share in it too.
Keep yourself safe and well.
Warmest Regards.
As an archer myself, Thank you for keeping those bows unburned. When you take something from the world and make it into something beautiful it is meant to be a symbol of your skill as a man.
Bloody hell Mick ..... You had be in tears !
Glad you didn't burn them. End of an era. Thanks for all the videos , I've watched them all, not had much luck as a Bowyer myself but you have revived my interest in archery..In fact you have inspired me to join a field archery club and I make all my own arrows.. thank you my friend and good luck for the future
I almost started crying thinking you were going to burn all your beautiful bows. Thank you for all the wonderful videos. I enjoy them 😊
I almost cried! If you ever want a new home for any of you bow.... we are here. I would love one
Thanks very much for sharing your passion of bows and arrows and the outdoors mick and I hope you will continue to inspire people inspite of change.
Just started making my first bow out of Ash, inspired by your video's. I found an Elm that would make good bow staves and thought of you, I'll keep a stave by, should you ever change your mind. From reading the comments it looks like you've not been in good health; may the old Gods of field, water and wood go with you Mick, blessed be...DA.
nooo Mick I'm very sorry, also obviously for your health problems. I had a moment of terror when you were about to throw the bows into the fire. I thank you for the great help you have given me! best wishes for everything!
It saddens me to hear that you will no longer making bows Mike. Your videos and knowledge was always an inspiration for me and I waited for your next video like a child on Christmas Eve. Sorry to hear that your back troubles have returned. Thank you for your exceptional videos and professional standards that had such a way of captivating me from start to finish every time.
You are an amazing individual, your out look on life love ,and respect knows no bounds! I appreciate every thing you have done on this channel! And I pray for your long strong and healthy life ! ♥ Mick grewcock
Thank you Donald 🙏
Thank you. Sir!
have a good health Granpa Mick, it's always thrilling to see your videos. Thanks.
GOOD MAN!! Ive just finished my very first bow and stumbled across this when looking into making the first arrow, then realising your "project for beginner bowyers" helped educate me for said bow.... spent the whole vid thinking 'i really hope he finds another love to fill the void and there was at least one bow hidden and safe for you re-discover some day'.... amazing. good man
Mick, please don’t give up on the films though...always look forward to them.
I’m from a small rural town in central Queensland, Australia: I began making bows two years ago as I have always loved the idea of it. Your videos have helped me to find the best pieces of timber amongst the scraggly and knotty native trees of my home town and have inspired me to find workable timber in the trees that most bowyers wouldn’t touch. I’m now part of a medieval group with whom I regularly do archery sessions with in my holidays. Soon, partially because of your help I will soon be making bows for them to use and test as there are very few people in Australia making and selling bows. You have inspired me to keep sticking at it even after my many failed bows. In the end we are all learning together, Thankyou.
Hi there Declan. Thanks for your message. I am pleased to have made a small contribution to your becoming a bowyer. Yes it it is a fascinating challenge to tackle wood that others ignore. I know that these bows will never reach the performance of those made from top grade bow woods but those bits of scraggy stick are wonderful teachers. Keep at it, good luck and best wishes from the UK
Thankyou so much, keep being great!
Mate there's great satisfaction to be gained from giving things away, I'm pleased you didn't burn them...
I teared up.. then smiled in relief at the end!
Thank for all the help Mike
Mick, you have inspired me and I sure use, and will use, your videos in making my bows.
I really loved what you did and how you shared your experience.
You are gifted.
Very pleased you didn't burn them. They are a good part of you, something to put a smile on yours and others faces that glace upon them for years to come.
Thank you for all your videos mate! A fine legacy of art ❤️