The fact that that guy holds a 120 pound anchor for several seconds doesn’t necessarily mean that’s a good draw for heavy weights, it just means he’s very strong, it just means his bow is light enough to the point where he is able to just hold the anchor. But for most Englishmen, holding anchor wasn’t a priority. If anything, that just slowed down their rate of fire. In history, they got the heaviest possible bow they could pull and release immediately, and they never settled for a poundage. As soon as it became light enough to anchor, they moved up immediately. That's why you have bows that go up to 185 pounds on the Mary Rose. Try doing what you’re doing with a 185 pound bow and you’re going to have to start relying on established English warbow techniques where you lean forward and sky draw.

The fact that that guy holds a 120 pound anchor for several seconds doesn’t necessarily mean that’s a good draw for heavy weights, it just means he’s very strong, it just means his bow is light enough to the point where he is able to just hold the anchor. But for most Englishmen, holding anchor wasn’t a priority. If anything, that just slowed down their rate of fire. In history, they got the heaviest possible bow they could pull and release immediately, and they never settled for a poundage. As soon as it became light enough to anchor, they moved up immediately. That's why you have bows that go up to 185 pounds on the Mary Rose. Try doing what you’re doing with a 185 pound bow and you’re going to have to start relying on established English warbow techniques where you lean forward and sky draw.

The fact that that guy holds a 120 pound anchor for several seconds doesn’t necessarily mean that’s a good technique for heavy weights, it just means he’s very strong, it just means his bow is light enough to the point where he is able to just hold the anchor. But for most Englishmen, holding anchor wasn’t a priority. If anything, that just slowed down their rate of fire. In history, they got the heaviest possible bow they could pull and release immediately, and they never settled for a poundage. As soon as it became light enough to anchor, they moved up immediately. That's why you have bows that go up to 185 pounds on the Mary Rose. Try doing what you’re doing with a 185 pound bow and you’re going to have to start relying on established English warbow techniques where you lean forward and sky draw.

The fact that that guy holds a 120 pound anchor for several seconds doesn’t necessarily mean that’s a good draw for heavy weights, it just means he’s very strong, it just means his bow is light enough to the point where he is able to just hold the anchor. But for most Englishmen, holding anchor wasn’t a priority. If anything, that just slowed down their rate of fire. In history, they got the heaviest possible bow they could pull and release immediately, and they never settled for a poundage. As soon as it became light enough to anchor, they moved up immediately. That's why you have bows that go up to 185 pounds on the Mary Rose. Try doing what you’re doing with a 185 pound bow and you’re going to have to start relying on established English warbow techniques where you lean forward and sky draw.

I've no direct experience, but I believe that bows like this one should have a length/draw-length ratio of 2. If you draw to 28.25 inches, you should get a 1.44 metres bow for optimal results (instead of an 1.12 metres one). Great video! Loved the precision and the quantity of data and the chart.

I guess these are not actual replicas of Asiatic war bows (in horn and so on) but bows made with more modern materials (like fiberglass), right? Or are they actually made mainly of horn?

Good stuff 👍

Fantastic explanations 🎯🎯🎯

👍👍🏆🥇

Does anyone know what is up with Justin? Is he posting videos anywhere else?

Your videos are great. I've been shooting a fiber glass for two years. A 30@28 ( my DL is around 32/33 ) I'm now looking for a laminated. Would a 10 pounds upgrade be too much or Shall I go with a 5 pound?

Dear Justin! I'd describe you as more "athletic" than "average".

Syvällistä asiantuntijuutta! Thank you!

truly amazing

In 16 -17th Centuries, western armies equiped with platemails, always wonder how did arrows do against the plate.

This video improved my form so much, thank you!

Beautiful

How do people gain access to information on things like the measurements and plate patterns for the armor and historic items? These stats haven't seemed to be forthcoming from general search engine searches. Of note can shoot 30 yd at a 20 yd range if positioned ~22 yd to the side of straight on to the target. I'd have a range finder can double check.

were the original arrow heads and plates that hard ? 🤔

Thank You Very informative 🎯

This video has helped me immensely in my draw and release..thank you.

Very interesting! Thank you!

As an armchair anthropologist I've seen this release posture in way more than just a few cultures. I appreciated the elephant hunter being added to the mix, to give a hint of how universal or ergonomic this is. In fact I found this channel because someone mentioned this video in a comment on a trebuchet vs longbow video, in which Joe Gibbs' posture grabbed my attention. I have pretty thorough working knowledge of human torso muscles, so when I saw Joe draw and release I knew I was looking at the same thing I'd seen elsewhere, and also knew it was NOT what I had done when drawing bows in my limited archery experience. I had noticed the weakness of the lifting draw that I saw other amateurs doing, but I'd only ever done straight draw, and never tilting to get balance in the back while leveling the trajectory. Now I'm just dying to get my hands on a bow.

amazing info thank you, great channel

This is video is great! I have a question and wonder if you could answer me. Arrows occasionally hurt my thumb on on bow hand. Any idea what could cause this?

Justin, I have been avoiding your videos because I thought that they were purely Asiatic archery only. I shoot western style traditional and I think this pull down draw will work well. It certainly feels stronger, more solid enables more draw length. Will take a bit for the back muscles to get used to. Thanks for your clear common sense explanation.

I know this is an old video, but is there any reason not to use this military style technique with light bows when starting Asiatic archery? Mine is just 25 pounds. I have hopes to go higher to somewhere around 50-80 pounds.

This is fantastic.

Thank you so much! I've just started archery. My shoulder muscles have been telling me I've been doing it wrong. I just tried the higher draw you demonstrated and my shoulder isn't complaining. I still have a ton to learn, but hopefully it will be a less painful experience.

Impressive and helpful - thank you!

Thanks, I get more out of this video each time I watch t. Thanks, also for Translating "The Way of Archery". Purchased a copy recently, love reading it. Gao did not suffer fools lightly by the transcript. I have just taken up Asiatic Archery and at 70 it's great to have a new interest and fresh challenges. Cheers Steve

Thank you for your instructions, very helpful!

You can see how straight the arrow flies on release from bow with this style of archery, as opposed to anglo-saxon style, where the arrow launches on angle to overcome the bow, then corrects itself during flight.

Love this, your strength to weight is incredible. Thanks for all the info , has helped me a lot

Amazing draw! Any suggestions on how to deal with shoulder pain? Impingement or rotator cuff muscle discomfort? I stopped archery years ago because of right shoulder pain.

Absolute treasure ❤❤❤

Can you recommend a site that sells carbon fiber bows at 60lbs? I tried looking but there either aren't a lot of results, don't ship to my country, or have a lower poundage than desired. Looking for a durable Asiatic bow that can last for a long time cuz I'll be practicing with it every day

What is the best set up for deer hunting? In regards to Asiatic bows.

Hello! I just recently found my way into Asiatic Archery, I have been following Armin Hirmer's channel, and actually had purchased a copy of your book about a week or so ago. I just discovered your channel & will be checking out your videos in depth. Thanks!

Wow !

Thanks and Thanks alot! you solve my problem

What specs did gou select on your Despot bow?

What is the bamboo bow one you have, which company makes that

Great video guys

Hi Justin. Which thumb ring design do you prefer for prolong control for heavy draw weight bows. Can you mention seller too.

What is the bow length?

The fact this video does not have more views is criminal

Great video, thx for the clear explanation!!

Having both shoulders not at the same level is killing the allignmend and passiv holding structure. The stress on the draw elbow looks greater that way.

This was amazing advice. Thanks!