Wow…..that’s just huge….. I’ve just had a read up on them. I know nothing about bows apart from that they throw arrows, but it seems a third theory is that the asymmetric design gives a better, more accurate grip, and reduces shock when the arrow is released……I bet an archer from the period would laugh at all of them though….Thank you all for your kind words.
Tim, the bow by the 16th century could be up to 2 metres long, incredible when you consider the average Japanese at the time was about 5 ft 3. I suspect that the longer the bow the less effort was required to draw it but I don't know. I have read two theories for it being shorter at the bottom, 1 as Steve says to made using it easier on horseback and 2 to enable it to be used in the kneeling position. Either seem plausible.
Gavin, this was started after Christmas in daily sessions of 1-2 hours.
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Bill
I think you are right but I have built it as the kit box art and it was a real fiddle getting it together like this. His arm would have to be in different configuration to hold the bow the other way up.Lovely, being asymmetric and the shorter end below and the way he is gripping shouldn't it be the other way round? Doesn't give much room at that angle but well painted.
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Wabble
Theres always one isn’t thereLovely, being asymmetric and the shorter end below and the way he is gripping shouldn't it be the other way round? Doesn't give much room at that angle but well painted.
Cheers,
Wabble
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