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    • Forestryguy
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        I finally found a bow that I can afford and is in good condition. I am not sure who the bower or company is that makes the bow though. It is a 50 lb. at 28″, 60″ long bow. Can anyone recommend some pre made arrows to get started with and also broad heads. I would like to go with a 3 blade BH and try to stay with a wood arrow. What arrow and BH weight should I be trying to get to? In the future I would like to make my own arrows, so would like to be able to copy the arrows. Thanks for the help.

      • TradRag
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          Any idea what the shelf is cut too? Maybe some 45/50 POC arrows. What is your draw? Need a little more input but you can start with some Port Orford Cedars cut to 29″ in the 45/50# spine and go with a 125gr Magnus Snuffer or Woodsman.

          If your bow s cut more to center and your draw is long then you may need a heavier spine weight.

          For example, I shoot a three piece longbow that has a deep shelf (not quite center) and it is 58@28″. My draw is 29.5″ and that puts my spine on wood arrows at 70-75 spine.

        • Charles Ek
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            You might want to consider buying a test kit of shafts (or complete arrows) in different spines. This typically includes three ranges of spines, for example, 40-45#, 45-50#, and 50-55#. In the long run, it might save you time and money in trying to match shafts to your bow. Several of the leading traditional equipment dealers and arrow makers offer them.

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