wooden arrows

Arrow making with wooden shafts is not without controversy. Many longbow archers only shoot with wooden arrows, while others have rather negative feelings about it. Nevertheless, arrow making with wooden shafts is a passion for many.

Varnished, stained, or oiled. The possibilities are varied. The reasons for those who no longer use wooden arrows (mostly due to experience) are also varied. What is undisputed is that they can be real gems. 5-inch feathers in various cuts and colors make these arrows "fine ammunition."

The almost unanimous opinion on wood species also seems to be based on experience. Cedar is preferred over pine over spruce. Fir and ash are more exotic.

Especially in the primary and longbow classes, it is mandatory to shoot wooden arrows in many tournaments and championships.

Quality classes

Unspinned - not recommended.

Out of the box - Here, it's recommended to use scales and spine testers. This is usually a good choice, as many manufacturers now offer them in the 5# range.

Spined - Here the spine value is determined more precisely and the shaft corresponds to the specified value.

Spin-finished and weighted – the best of all options. Difficult to obtain and by far the most expensive option for wooden shafts.