A popular limb core material made from laminated rock maple. Although not fancy, Actionwood is strong and reliable, making it a great core wood choice.

The concentrated effort to direct an arrow to its target.

Also know as the "anchor point." Can be any specific point on the body used as a location to anchor the archer's hand at full draw, most often a spot on the face, such as the corner of [..]

One who shoots with, or is skilled in the use of, a bow and arrow.

A sheath positioned on the bow arm that prevents the bowstring from slapping the arm or catching sleeves. Also called a "bracer."

A straight, slender rod, usually fletched and tipped, that is the projectile shot from a bow.

The striking end of the arrow, usually a separate piece fastened to the arrow shaft.

A broad term used today to describe anyone who makes arrows. Originally an arrowsmith was the maker of metal arrowheads; a fletcher was the one who fletched and finished an arrow.

A tall, slender wooden case used to hold bows and arrows. Pronounced "ask-am," it is named after Roger Ascham, the author of Toxophilus, the first English book on archery.

A primitive hand-held device used for throwing a spear.