Does arrow length affect aiming left or right instinctivley?

[MARK GILMORE]

#7089

Does anybody know,…
When aiming instinctively, (I am a left eyed Long Bowman). I try to use the Howard Hill method of split vision. I find how ever that when drawing a aiming my arrows will split into two and upon release land to the left. I have used carbons and woods and received the same results. I have a 27″ draw and cut the arrows to 28″.

Would a longer arrow be better or shorter arrow? Has anyone else found this to be a problem:?
Any help would be appreciated.

Kind regards,
Mark.

[Stephen Graf]

#58349

I can’t tell for sure, but are you saying you are left eye dominant and shooting right handed? That is a condition that cannot be remedied unless your arrow reaches all the way to the deer…

I prefer the longest arrow I can use. I use full length arrows mostly. I find it provides a better sight picture, and a more stable arrow.

But I don’t think this will solve your problem either. In fact, I am not sure you have a problem. It is natural to see two images of an object that is close to you, when focusing on an object that is farther away. The trick is to pay attention only to the correct one.

So, I would suggest that you do a little experiment. Go to your target and draw your bow. When you have achieved your anchor position, then stop everything. Close your left eye, and take note of which image remains.

Also take note of the relationship between the arrow, your eye, and the target. If all is good, the arrow will be right below your eye and pointing at the target. If not, stop, let down, and repeat the procedure using the other image.

Your problem may be as simple as adjusting your anchor point so that your arrow is directly under your dominant eye (assuming you are shooting the correct hand too)

[SteveMcD]

#58439

I read Steve G’s post too. And found the arrow length question interesting. So my thinking is that if you are using a full length arrow of 31 inches and drawing say 27 or 28 inches, you are in effect “short-drawing” the bow so to speak. Not really but from an arrow spine perspective you are. Which means you are having an effect of being over-spined. Canting may remedy that. I’d be interested in other comments because I am just speaking theorically.

Now, when you look at the arrow you see two of them? Stop looking at the arrow! You need to be looking at the target. Yes.. I have always shot Hill Style bows and I too shoot split vision, but as Byron Fergeson theorizes, “Hill was a Gap Shooter”. And I will admit to that too. Yes I SEE the arrow shaft but my focus is on the spot.

As Fred Bear once said… if you see the arrow shaft when you shoot, and it helps you.. use it!

[David Petersen]

#58516

Good info from both of you Steves. You guys are among the mainstays of tradbow.com and have been from the start, a wealth of info and experience and always willing to take a minute to share with others. Much appreciated and enjoyed. Dave

[MARK GILMORE]

#58882

Thanks guys,
I shoot left handed and spine is not the issue as in my case the arrows over spined would hit right and under, left.
I will how ever do as suggested and get back to you on my progress.
Thank you both for your prompt and imformative replys.:P

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uote=Steve Graf]I can’t tell for sure, but are you saying you are left eye dominant and shooting right handed? That is a condition that cannot be remedied unless your arrow reaches all the way to the deer…

I prefer the longest arrow I can use. I use full length arrows mostly. I find it provides a better sight picture, and a more stable arrow.

But I don’t think this will solve your problem either. In fact, I am not sure you have a problem. It is natural to see two images of an object that is close to you, when focusing on an object that is farther away. The trick is to pay attention only to the correct one.

So, I would suggest that you do a little experiment. Go to your target and draw your bow. When you have achieved your anchor position, then stop everything. Close your left eye, and take note of which image remains.

Also take note of the relationship between the arrow, your eye, and the target. If all is good, the arrow will be right below your eye and pointing at the target. If not, stop, let down, and repeat the procedure using the other image.

Your problem may be as simple as adjusting your anchor point so that your arrow is directly under your dominant eye (assuming you are shooting the correct hand too)

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