Archery Rules

A bow chosen to make its owner look like Samson may leave him straining uselessly—and looking anything but dignified.

In late-19th-century America, archery was gaining new followers, though the sport had long held pride of place in England. Charles F. A. Hinrichs begins with the archer’s first challenge: choosing equipment that suits the shooter, rather than the purse or the vanity. A bow too strong can ruin a steady aim; a neglected one may crack, while a dirty arrow can fly wide. With practical advice on bows, arrows and their care, Hinrichs shows how small choices shape every shot. What should an archer look for before drawing the string? The answer may begin long before the target comes into view.

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