Do It Yourself

Mother Nature's glass, obsidian is a joy to knap and gives up its flakes readily. It is very brittle though and care must be taken when using percussion. Our obsidian is normally a natural clear black, sometimes highlighted with reddish streaks. Our obsidian spalls are on the sma...read more

Incorporating genuine cow horn can elevate any project to the next level. These raw cow horns are perfect for tip overlays, self nock inserts, buttons, quiver adornments, or any creative endeavor you envision.

Their versatility and natural beauty make them an excellent c...read more

Pine pitch is a versatile natural adhesive, perfect for securing arrow points, knife blades, and spear points with ease. Its strong bonding properties ensure a reliable hold, making it an essential tool for any craftsman or outdoor enthusiast.

Beyond its use as an adhesi...read more

Similar to the old "Coopers" bench, or the German schnitzelbank workbench. This bench is heavy duty, and with a little leg pressure, securely holds your bow in place while you work. (Bow and tools not included). Seat height is 24". Assembly required.

Please Note: This be...read more

These high-quality hickory backing strips are ideal for bowmaking. 

Whether you’re reinforcing a solid bow or assembling multiple laminations, hickory provides a durable and reliable backing material. Its strength and resilience make it an excellent choice for enhanci...read more

This starter kit includes everything you need to start making your own bow. Includes:

• A Fast Flight® Tillering Rope - The bottom is pre-tied in a bowyers knot for your convenience...read more

Pre-waxed artificial sinew is great for do-it-yourself primitive projects. This artificial sinew is made from 100% polyester and easy to split into thinner strands.

Artificial sinew comes in different weights for using on all kinds of primitive archery projects. Use t...read more

Bamboo is arguably the best primitive bow backing material available anywhere. Our bamboo backing strips are planed flat on the belly so you won't have to do the work. 

With the belly side of the bamboo planed flat all that's left to do is to rough it up prior to gluing...read more

When building self bows, laminated bows, or finishing one of our many bow kits, a tillering stick is essential. Our tillering stick is constructed from clear pine, featuring a top notch of approximately...read more

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This Canadian Moose Leg Sinew is perfect for bowyers and arrow makers who work with a lot of sinew. Because you get more sinew per package, it's a great option for backing self bows. Also works well for hafting flint knap...read more