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The unbacked self-bow used by the Native Americans for hunting was composed of almost every type of wood known, softwood and hardwood. Self-bows are bows made from one single piece of wood, so it's not the type of wood that is too critical but how many knots and how tight the growth rings are, the grain straight, ect.. The best two woods utilized for making primitive wooden bows are Yew and Osage Orange. Yew is a very soft wood, but the fibers are highly elastic and can resist tension, which is the force acting on the back of the bow. Osage Orange is really hard, tough wood and makes a really good bow. But other woods can be used- Black and White Birch, Ash, Hickory, Hazel, Spruce, Mulberry, Oak, Walnut, and almost every species of hardwood. Softer woods like Willow, Poplar, and most Conifers are brittle and weak woods, but you can still make a good bow from them if you make the limbs very wide and the bow thin.
Pernambuco wood is the standard, but has become more expensive as export laws from Brazil has made it more scarce outside of that country. Snakewood is a cheaper alternative used on lesser quality bows.
The English longbow of Robin Hood fame was made of Yew. Today, the best wooden bows are made from 3-4 different woods laminated together. Each laminate adds its own particular strength to the overall quality of the bow.
Without question..it is the Osage Orange tree. Locust do OK as well. Hickory is another possibility.
Its not really wood but bamboo is the best for a bow.... if you need wood try oak or willow
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What kind of hair is used in a violin bow?
Horse hair is used to make violin bows.
Wood used for violin bows?
Pernambuco from Brazil, or Tabebuia.
How do you choose a violin case?
Just find one that fits the violin shape, and slots for one or two bows. Also find pockets for rosin, and other items used for the violin, like a shoulder rest.
Why is the violin used?
The violin is used to make music to people's ear's.
What wood is typically used to make the front of the violin?
The wood used to make the front of a violin is well seasoned maple.
What kind of bow is used for a violin?
Wood with horse hair.
What is a barwood?
A barwood is a variety of wood which derives from a leguminous African tree, Latin name Baphia nitida, used as a dyewood and for ramrods, violin bows, and turners.
Why is the violin used in so many cultures?
I think that the violin are used in so many cultures because a lot of people used to play the violin. Also a long time ago they used to make the violin out of wood and used in orchestras and choirs.
How can i tell if my paganini violin is real?
Paganini never made violins or bows, his name was just used to market cheap commercial products.
What kind of weapons were used in the Persian wars Spears bows and arrows swords and shields?
Yes.
How were bows used?
Bows are used to hunt but in ancient times it was used for war.
What is the use for a violin?
Violins are used to make or play music.
