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Recurve bow. A recurve bow is a bow with limbs that curve away from the archer when unstrung. A recurve bow stores more energy and delivers energy more efficiently than the equivalent straight-limbed bow, giving a greater amount of energy and speed to the arrow.
I will assume youâre like me and, instead of being a gifted woodworker who makes your own recurve or longbow, you go out and buy one from a reputable bowyer or manufacturer. Your next step is to get it tuned up. Hereâs insight on how to tune a traditional bow. Every traditional bow, in my eyes, is a work of art.