Making a 105 Pound (120 Pounds at 30”) Turkish Inspired PVC Pipe Bow - No Fiberglass - Shaping PVC

Here’s part one of the 100 Pound Turkish style bow build. This one uses a 1” Schedule 40 PVC pipe cut down to 47” and the finished bow draws 105# @ 28” and 120# @ 30”. In this video we’ll be flattening the limbs, shaping the tips, handle, and recurves, and string the bow with Paracord. We’ll also be doing the first weigh-in of this bow. Next time we’ll finish the bow by applying car wrap vinyl and a vinyl handle wrap. Thanks for watching and enjoy!

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[HistoricalWeapons]

Hi if there’s one person that can push the limits of a pvc warbow, it’s you. Waiting till the day you make a 200 pvc handbow ;)

[kingsway]

Great job man 👍 I want you to know you've made a positive impact on my life. I found a cheap and fascinating hobby when I needed it desperately. Thank you.. for real

[thememorablenovelist]

wow this guy lost so much weight im so happy for you bro well done. wow you are inspirational

[Doribi]

This thing is a beast, glad to see such powerful bows are possible out of PVC

[brandonminer]

I can't wait to build one of these!
When I do a bow, I trace the curve of the 1st limb onto paper and match the second limb to the tracing. I have had really good success 1st time tillering that way.

[derekjanzen]

Glad you're making videos again! Been watching and bought one of your books years ago. Unfortunately it got lost. That bow is a beast, can't wait to see you fire it!

[tommylitchfield]

That black pipe looks so good! That beast looks more like a crossbow prod than a bow! Thanks for filming for us, Nick. It's good to see your work here. Keep 'em coming :)

[youtube.commentator]

I can't wait until you upgrade to making a speed loader for your pvc bows.. I watched the sling shot channel go from sling shots to semi auto weapons 🤣

Awesome explanation, I love the "make sure yours looks equal to mine" checkpoints, and awesome results.. truly experienced and willing to teach others.

Thanks

[gumjidio]

I've never laughed that loud before watching you pull that bow. I could feel my bones creaking as you did that. I can't wait for your videos on building PVC exercise equipment. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise. Amazing channel.

[BlackBeastWorkshop]

I didn't think a PVC bow would be able to be this strong, that is insane. Such a cool project, well done!

[camwinston]

This is impressive and excellent...this bow is beyond the capabilities of any average individual. This will take some serious training to master the use of....awesome build...thankyou very much for this. I am learning lots in the building of it !!

[fahadstopmotion]

Finally you made a Turkish style bow.

[RobertoRamirez-lyxg]

Thank you Nick. It's a pleasure to watch yours videos.

[dkoriss]

Just amazing Nick, unbelievable !!! can't wait to see the performance and specs for this wonder !!!

[rdGageWar]

Kevin you come a long way. Good for you

[Theshadowish]

That is some amazing bow. I am amazed the pvc can handle that.

[sergiomartinfrancoortiz]

Mr.congratulations, nice bow, next pruve it works.

[thefatmexican_]

An absolute beast of a bow, what a good channel

[theMindwalker]

I think I'd prefer a Yumi or English warbow for something with that kind of pull.
But. Dang. Cool cool. Cool cool cool.
Where do you find furniture grade pvc? I noticed you've been using it in your videos as of late.

[kristenwilliams]

I really like the look of the black PVC.