Alan Horsebow - Ash horsebow with bamboo lamination

The Alan bow is based on a popular Medieval period style, and is compliant for competition in most medieval style shooting events (traditional and natural materials)

A bow that exhibits a flatter profile than other horsebows for those who prefer the flatter look of a Western European medieval bow with the fast arrow release and smaller size of an East European or Asian horsebow - a beautiful unique bow that is an absolute pleasure to shoot.

The Alan horsebow is handmade with Ash or other available bow hardwoods and strengthened with bamboo.

For the full traditional experience this bow has a leather wrapped handle, and as the bow has no arrow shelf, a leather arrow pass has been added.

The total bow length unstrung, from tip to tip is 59 inches (149cm). The bow includes a cloth storage sack and a 57 inch string

If you are looking for a poundage not currently in stock ready to ship, let us know. Typical lead time for a bow to be made is 10 - 20 working days. Extra info:

Are you a beginner to archery/traditional shooting and not sure what else is needed to get started? Please find some initial guidance below. Or for more send us an email on info@saxon.co.nz.

1. Arrows - A bow would be useless without arrows to shoot with. For this bow we recommend either Carbon or Wooden arrows with feathers. Start with some basic arrows and practice very close to the target, focusing on improving your shooting technique. Once you're ready to take archery to the next level then it's time to consider calculating a) your draw length, b) picking the right arrow length, and c) selecting the right arrow spine, all of which we can advise on.

2. Arm protection - An armguard is a must. This sits on your opposite arm and protects your arm from bruising which can occur when the string slaps your arm after the arrow is released (trust us on this one!).

3. A quiver - Not a necessity, but useful. For storing your arrows and keeping them close when shooting. The most common type of quiver hangs off your belt/waist, but quivers that hang over your shoulder are also available.

4. Finger protection - Repeated pulling back of the string of a bow will strain and damage your finger. Archers will therefore use either a protective glove or a finger tab to protect their string pulling finger from injuries.

5. Hand protection - Traditional bows such as this one rely on the arrow resting on the side of the bow, and once in-flight the feather of the arrow can graze the fleshy part of your hand between your thumb and index finger. It is highly recommended to place a piece of leather here, or to use a dedicated hand guard/glove to avoid feather cuts.