Holmegaard bow

1. What is the oldest bow ever found?
2. When was the holmegaard bow found?
3. Why did archers drop bow?
4. What is Deflex in a bow?

What is the oldest bow ever found?

It's known as the Holmegaard bow and is one of several found in the early 20th century in the peat bogs on the island of Zealand. At first glance, it's not the most incredible sight in the world – especially for something so important. Because the Holmegaard bow is – officially – the oldest bow in the world.

When was the holmegaard bow found?

It was discovered in 1944 when due to a shortage of coal peat was being cut. It's one of 5 bows found around this time. They were preserved by the waterlogged peat which is acid and inhibits bacterial and fungal decay.

Why did archers drop bow?

When you release the shot, most archers keep their hand relaxed, to avoid interference with the arrows. Thereby the bow drops down, which is promptly caught in the finger sling. The bow is top heavy, because of the stabilizer which will make the bow swing downwards.

What is Deflex in a bow?

#2 · Apr 11, 2007. Reflex refers to something curving away from you, like the ends of a recurve, or reflexed, bow. Deflex means curved towards you. Most recurve bows have a deflexed riser and reflexed limbs. Many newer longbows have reflex/deflex designs, just like a recurve but in lesser amounts.