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Where are the traditional bow and arrow accessories (materials)

Traditional bow and arrow making is relatively simple. According to different regions, different materials can be selected, such as oak, willow, hickory, cedar, cycad, elm, juniper, birch, hemlock, etc., which are all ideal bow-making materials. The good coarse fiber on the bark of the old nettle can be twisted into a strong bow rope (or replaced by steel wire); Any straight wood can be used as the material of arrow shaft, but birch is the best. The wings of an arrow can be made of cloth, plastic and feathers (it is best to have the same feathers on both sides).