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Medieval Huntsman English Longbow

Medieval Huntsman English Longbow
Item Number: 8550-2
Price: $129.99
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Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow
 
4.6

(based on 18 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (12)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

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94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Accurate (17)
  • Easy to handle (16)
  • Easy to draw (14)
  • Good power output (13)
  • Durable (12)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Practice (18)
    • Reenactment (15)
    • Good weather (13)
    • Hunting (13)
    • Competition (6)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (9), Expert archer (4), Beginner (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (6)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Good primitive hunting bow

    This is my second bow, the first took a set and dropped off the poundage after about a year but they replaced it.( in the bow's defense, I shot 40-60 arrows a ...Read complete review

    This is my second bow, the first took a set and dropped off the poundage after about a year but they replaced it.( in the bow's defense, I shot 40-60 arrows a day out of that thing for almost a year which is more work than most bows get in a lifetime). After I felt comfy with my accuracy I took it deer hunting and bagged two deer my first season. I would limit your hunting shots to 25 yards as the arrow speed is really low (chrono mine with aluminum arrows and 125gr BH at 115 fps) and the penetration drops off too much after 25 yards for confident kills. As with all primitive bows- practice and get accurate before hunting with it. I would recommend a dacron string and light silencers to improve hunting performance. A great first primitive bow. In response to the other reviewer, yes they are hand made and do need a little finish work, I also put a light wax finish to make the wood more stable in changing humidity.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    looks and practice, not much else

    well since i passed the 1 yr warranty it could not be replaced. in the first few months i was shooting it into hay stacks and into fields. i started hearing cracking sounds but ...Read complete review

    well since i passed the 1 yr warranty it could not be replaced. in the first few months i was shooting it into hay stacks and into fields. i started hearing cracking sounds but i thought that it was because of the temp changes and the bow was changing with it(probably was). but they kept happening and sure enough about 1 1/2 yrs later it cracked along the grain. i could still shoot it but there was no more power or acurracy. soon after when i went to string it again, it broke. ive worked with wood alot, especially oak. just never red oak. but now i know that oak is oak. very hard but very britle. not meant for the flex of a bow.

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    6/13/2012

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    after one year of constant use

    By THE WELSHMAN

    from lake orion mi.

    About Me Expert Archer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Consistant
    • Durable
    • Easy To Adjust
    • Easy To Draw
    • Easy To Handle
    • Powerful

    Cons

    • Extra glue grip

    Best Uses

    • Competition
    • Good Weather
    • Hunting
    • Practice
    • Reenactment

    Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

    After a year of constant use this bow has been c onsistant and more fun than should be legal!.it has not lost any power or speed.follow the oiling or finishing directions and you shouldn't have any problems.I started out oiling it with vasaline when new,waited 6 mo.then used tung oil,tung oil trapped the vasiline in the wood,will use furniture polish from now on.,mine is a 40lb-50lb,recieved a 46 pounder.the B50 flemmish string of 68" works perfect.WELL WORTH THE MONEY!,THANK YOU 3RIVERS.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    6/5/2012
     
    4.0

    Best longbow I've ever had!

    By mafitts

    from Maryland

    About Me Recreational Archer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Durable
    • Easy To Handle
    • Powerful

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Good Weather
      • Practice

      Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

      A great bow at a great price!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      5/20/2011

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      bow is thicker than it looks

      By The Welshman.

      from lake Orion mi.

      About Me Expert Archer

      Pros

      • Accurate
      • Durable
      • Easy To Adjust
      • Easy To Draw
      • Easy To Handle
      • Powerful

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Competition
        • Good Weather
        • Hunting
        • Practice
        • Reenactment

        Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

        Iforgot to mention,this bow is much thicker than the pictures in the catolog or web.would suggest,i ordered a leather wrap with mine but after seeing and handling it in person i decided to stick with the hemp wrap.oiling per instructions with bow should keep the right amount of moisture in and too much out.this bow is too good to be true for this price!. oiling this bow properly should make it all weather using vasiline also brings out the grain.Thank You 3Rivers!.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        5/19/2011

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        fun,fun,fun,.

        By The welshman

        from Lake orion mi.

        About Me Expert Archer

        Pros

        • Accurate
        • Durable
        • Easy To Adjust
        • Easy To Draw
        • Easy To Handle
        • Powerful

        Cons

        • Glue hemp handle full len

        Best Uses

        • Competition
        • Good Weather
        • Hunting
        • Oil this bow per instruct
        • Practice
        • Reenactment

        Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

        This thing is great,I`ve switched from a recurve to this bow,the adjustment wasnt hard at all!If you follow the directions provided with this bow concerning brace heigh and oiling it with vasoline it will serve you well. 6 1/2 inch brace heigh is perfect!the stringer that comes with this bow is a godsendthis is my first primitive bow,and i love medieval history, if you want fun this is your bow, no stacking at all, if you want cosmetic perfection look somewhere else.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        11/27/2010

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Good primitive hunting bow

        By Ranger rick

        from Nothern VA

        About Me Expert Archer

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Accurate
        • Easy To Handle
        • Powerful

        Cons

        • Slow arrow speed

        Best Uses

        • Good Weather
        • Hunting
        • Practice
        • Reenactment

        Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

        This is my second bow, the first took a set and dropped off the poundage after about a year but they replaced it.( in the bow's defense, I shot 40-60 arrows a day out of that thing for almost a year which is more work than most bows get in a lifetime). After I felt comfy with my accuracy I took it deer hunting and bagged two deer my first season. I would limit your hunting shots to 25 yards as the arrow speed is really low (chrono mine with aluminum arrows and 125gr BH at 115 fps) and the penetration drops off too much after 25 yards for confident kills. As with all primitive bows- practice and get accurate before hunting with it. I would recommend a dacron string and light silencers to improve hunting performance. A great first primitive bow. In response to the other reviewer, yes they are hand made and do need a little finish work, I also put a light wax finish to make the wood more stable in changing humidity.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        10/2/2010

        (3 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        looks and practice, not much else

        By fianna

        from porterville, ca

        About Me Competitive Archer

        Pros

        • Accurate
        • Easy To Adjust
        • Powerful

        Cons

        • Poor Construction

        Best Uses

        • Practice
        • Reenactment

        Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

        well since i passed the 1 yr warranty it could not be replaced. in the first few months i was shooting it into hay stacks and into fields. i started hearing cracking sounds but i thought that it was because of the temp changes and the bow was changing with it(probably was). but they kept happening and sure enough about 1 1/2 yrs later it cracked along the grain. i could still shoot it but there was no more power or acurracy. soon after when i went to string it again, it broke. ive worked with wood alot, especially oak. just never red oak. but now i know that oak is oak. very hard but very britle. not meant for the flex of a bow.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        7/12/2010

        (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        great bow

        By tk1994

        from long island new york

        About Me Recreational Archer

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Accurate
        • Durable
        • Easy To Adjust
        • Easy To Draw
        • Easy To Handle
        • Fun
        • Powerful
        • Simple

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • All Weather
          • Good Weather
          • Hunting
          • Practice
          • Reenactment

          Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

          there is no going wrong with this bow all you do is string it and shoot there's a very smooth draw and a lot of power

          Service and delivery comments:

          very good service and fast delivery

          three rivers is this handmade because mine has alot of imperfections?

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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          7/10/2010

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          don't judge this bow on looks , use it

          By tk1994

          from long island new york

          About Me Recreational Archer

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Accurate
          • Durable
          • Easy To Draw
          • Easy To Handle
          • Offers good time
          • Powerful

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • All Weather
            • Good Weather
            • Hunting
            • Practice
            • Reenactment

            Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

            this thing is a beast i just started using it today and it is fun. this bow is very powerful it is also accurate once you get the hang of it

            Service and delivery comments:

            my original one broke and 3rivers replaced it so thanks very much

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            6/30/2010

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great bow for the price

            By Bryan

            from Middletown CT

            About Me Beginner

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Accurate
            • Easy To Draw
            • Easy To Handle

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Good Weather
              • Hunting
              • Practice
              • Reenactment

              Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

              I have not shot a bow in 20 years. ordered this bow got it next day regular shipping and i have Hardly put it down.

              Service and delivery comments:

              Fast delivery and good service

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              3/11/2010

              (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Excellent Value, Good Quality

              By R D Clarke

              from Calgary, AB, Canada

              About Me Beginner

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Accurate
              • Durable
              • Easy To Draw
              • Easy To Handle
              • Powerful

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Good Weather
                • Hunting
                • Practice
                • Reenactment

                Comments about Medieval Huntsman Hunting Longbow:

                For its price, this is a very good longbow and one that I would recommend starting with if you are interested in shooting primitive bows. I have had mine for about a year and the construction appears to be holding up despite being stored in a less than ideal way for several months. The hemp grip comes loose easily, but nothing a little wood glue can't fix. If you live in a dry climate you may wish to keep the wood oiled to prevent cracking. The poundage on this bow should make it suitable for hunting in most places as well. I would buy another one with little hesitation.

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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