Building the Hollow Limb Osage Orange Selfbow | BOW GIVEAWAY

[@draven3838]

So today is December 19, 2023 I built a bow with my great nephew, he's only 4 and is crazy about archery ,so we built him a 20lbs draw short bow ,I just got him to come in fron shooting the bow ,he sat Down to eat and fell a sleep in his chair ,it was a good day

[@sinisterstitchescustomupho1817]

Hooked my some on it too for a few years.

[@kevinmackay1144]

I have learned so much about Bow building and Bushcraft from people like you who share their knowledge, and take the time on detail.Thanks for the wealth of knowledge. Respect.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Great to hear!

[@Bodhi1satva]

Very impressive! I seriously doubt there’s time enough in this life for me to attain your knowledge much less skill at building such incredible instruments, much less learning to wield one with any real mastery. Lucky for me, there’s still a great deal of joy to be had watching and admiring the skill and talent you have acquired in your time. Thank you for this!

[@kavertx9167]

Don't worry about things beyond your control. If you are physically able to do it and have the desire, go for it.

[@joakim2407]

Don't overthink it. Just go out, get some wood and make a bow. I made my first out of oak, using only a Mora knife and some sandpaper. A complete monster, hideous as can be, but it shoots! I really enjoyed making it.

[@jjreno7843]

I love the ring that wood has when your rasping. Beautiful work.

[@bengrover2271]

My wife says you’re another bad influence haha. I hunt the gratification of harvesting with the hand built. You’re rad, the bows are rad, the instruction, the hunts, survival… all rad! Keep ‘em coming she want a bow now!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Best build her one😉

[@charlesbrack7017]

I always enjoy watching your hunts and your bow builds. I'm impressed with your bowyer skills using minimal hand tools! Please keep making videos for us to enjoy. Thanks.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Sure thing!

[@digitaldogs233]

Wow, just blown away at the skill you have in using woodwork tools. Most definitely going to join your patron when i get paid next, because i would love one of youre bows. Absolutely would be a bow for life.

[@digitaldogs233]

When i was at school many years ago my favorite class was woodwork, i love working with wood. Unfortunately for other reasons ive not got back into this passion i had as a kid, but watching these as im learning archery at the moment just inspires me to get back into it, getting the necessary tools, preferably none electric and then one day making my own bow. I cant imagine the feeling of shooting a bow you have made. Fantastic content.

[@isaacmitchell388]

Absolutely beautiful bow! Definitely my favorite build so far. Thanks so much Clay

[@dragonsage6909]

Beautiful, love the simplicity in the design. I'm using what I've learned from you and a couple others for my handles.. I'll be sanding and tillering all day.. Thanks :)

[@maniyan_wanagi]

Osage Orange (A.K.A. Hedge) is the bomb for bows - but I only built one because the wood is ridiculously resinous and hard, and I completely used up several draw knives in the process. Going to watch your video with great interest.

[@lesleyneier5627]

My boyfriend got me into shooting bows and watching your videos. I went from showing horses to bow shooting. The making of the bow is pretty awesome. I’d love to own one of your bows one day. Keep making videos as they’re inspiring.

[@clayhayeshunter]

I'm glad you're enjoying them

[@3passa]

There´s something really satisfying in watching you work, you make it look so easy. Soon I´ll give it a go, try my hand at an ash stave I acquired. Reading your handbook atm, and soaking in your vids. Thanks Clay, thanks a lot.

[@GoranMagdic]

I find this process fascinating. You take what is essentially a log and make it into the work of art. Amazing! 👍

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank you very much!

[@beateater43]

which is also a tool to keep you alive.

[@asmith7876]

Imagine the mad genius tens of thousands of years ago who invented it…using stones…must have been the Da Vinci of his day!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Agreed

[@lewisvillalta2492]

It looks like you’re having a lot of fun doing this bow amazing project

[@josephreichart7545]

Such a satisfying sound and look ,someone's going to really proud shooting that bow

[@didjhopkins4135]

This is unreal, mate. I just got a new set of card scrapers and wondered what I’d ever do with the curved ones!! Well, guess what? Thanks for another awesome build vid mate. I can’t wait to give this a go 🤙🏼

[@didjhopkins4135]

…also, would you have started with a slightly thicker profile than normal considering you’re hollowing?

[@clayhayeshunter]

Not really. The crowned stave is naturally thicker in the center anyway so it makes up for the hollow center.

[@didjhopkins4135]

Cheers mate. That makes sense

[@richardanderson6874]

I am glad that you have the tools and skills to turn that fine piece of wood into such a magnificent and marvelous bow!

[@chrisgagnon2942]

Wow that’s a nice bow. I did 2 oak bows now with a backing. My next one will be Osage orange wood no backing. Excited to start. 👍🏻

[@Bernie364]

I wish I knew someone like you. I’ll be turning 67 in a few months. With the state of affairs I’ve begun prepping. I’ve stocked up on food, pack backpacks for winter and summer. But haven’t learned bushcraft yet.

[@BayouCoyote]

Beautiful to watch your craftmanship in action.

[@davidpeightal4918]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a bolt of Osage that long and straight. Just that piece of wood is amazing to me.

[@davidpeightal4918]

What state was this found in?

[@theshadow2576]

That was an IQ move with the hammer!! awesome idea.

[@chuckdean260]

I'd love to stick something with one of your bows! There is something pure about a selection bow. Thanks for sharing your skill with the world.

[@clayhayeshunter]

You are so welcome!

[@JeffShappell]

amazing! Every time I think I've watched your most beautiful build, then I see another one. This one is Fabulously gorgeous! What a lovely design. Peace

[@DanielBelliveau-y5x]

If the SHTF scenario everybody keeps buggin' on about really happens, a man with your skills would be invaluable. If there are no more bullets available for guns , for protection &/or hunting, making quality bows and arrows would make for quite an asset anywhere around the world. Old school is pretty cool and at times even better than modern equivalents in my opinion. Your bows are like works of art and I think anyone would be fortunate to have one, well done Bowyer Hayes.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks 😊

[@TheGypsyNurse_]

Nice Bow ! Hunting is about to commence, good luck to all for a nice take down!

[@brettellis423]

Absolutely beautiful!! I've gotta find myself an Aussie wood stave "one day" and it looks like it'll have to be Acacia Magnium. And some of your book's!!

[@krownedklown420klik9]

Acacia , is my next go. Used spotted gum sapling, was short, about 25inch draw failed after 20 shots, pretty sure I overdrew it. Yellow box worked too short 300 plus arrows, it's cracked but does still shoot, my fault again shortened it from 68inch to 62, won't do that again, Acacia is my next go to

[@edwardfletcher7790]

You can really hear how perfectly dry that aged wood is 👍 ASMR for the Win 😆

[@ndoghouse6853]

Beautiful job! Guess im going to have to make me a new cabinet scraper for this one!

[@JayCWhiteCloud]

Hi Clay... I think it's been a few years since I started commenting on your channel...(one of the best on bow-making out there I think for its concise brevity and clarity within the scope of information covered)...Today, after my 40 years on only traditional woodworking and now teaching it, I have to share an observation that I went back and checked on...and that is your tool style and usage... In the beginning, you presented with a clear ability in tools use within this craft...but in this video, for the first time (at least to me) you demonstrated a relationship with the tools that demonstrated clear extension of body, mind, muscle affinity with powerful but succinct execution of the tools with each draw or strike...Extremely well done, and displayed, with the results of a wonderful bow created...Thanks for an outstanding channel...!!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Jay!

[@JayCWhiteCloud]

@ClayHayes_ Pass the gift forward Brother...your videos are more than enough and the a possible chance to meet someday if the Creator wills it...Blessings, j

[@chris_1337]

You're an artist Clay! Can't get enough of your videos!

[@dennislappert9575]

Thanks!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Dennis!

[@lisamcqueen8509]

Just had to do it, didnt ya?! That hedge sounding good and dry when you started with the 'knife! Thanks for sharing, Steve

[@clayhayeshunter]

You bet

[@armyphillips8157]

Mr Hayes you make something that is so truly hard look so effortless and easy.

[@julianandyvonne]

I'd have to turn to 'The Darkside' and begin to shoot right handed! As usual. It's a pleasure to see a master craftsman at work. :)

[@clayhayeshunter]

I was thinking today I might just do one and leave the arrow shelf out until I draw a name. Then I could make it a lefty if needed😉

[@julianandyvonne]

@@clayhayeshunter Yaay! Now you're talking 👍

[@EthanPageHunter]

Been intrigued by hollow limb. The Comanche utilized this on horse bows as well. South at Stalker stickbows does this now with lam bows. There is solid science to support its effectiveness 100%. Now on with the video!

[@kycornbread6990]

Damn that's pretty, osage orange is pretty wood, love turn with it

[@belliott538]

I love Bodark! It can be pretty Blood Thirsty. 😁

[@lisamcqueen8509]

Nice seeing all the hand tools, Clay! I think it ws Gary Davis, told me he had used a toilet seat for a radius on a layout, before! Sweet looking bow! Steve

[@clayhayeshunter]

haha, perfect!

[@williamklees7245]

Just retired and wanting to learn bow building. Got lots of great information from you.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Best of luck!

[@donaldeugenealford4080]

Magnificent craftsmanship Mr Haye's

[@christerwetterlund8498]

Love the natural of this bow

[@CamppattonFamilyCompound]

I love watching a woodwright at work.

[@skipper9400]

BEAUTIFUL ! ... .. . .. Thanks Clay for showing us all how......OnWard......

[@clayhayeshunter]

You bet!

[@diegobuitrago208]

I have been watching you videos about building bows.

[@draven3838]

Beautiful bow clay ,looks like it would be fun to shoot

[@GertStoop]

Clay, man you make it look so simple. You inspired me, i tryed several projects but did'nt succeed yet. But I won't give up, and keep watching your amazing skills! All te best from Holland

[@clayhayeshunter]

You can do it!

[@RandyDobbin-nu8vb]

Real nice I am starting to try and make a bow and watch your videos all the time frat work

[@MrHiggsrocks]

Impressive.. best looking bow design I’ve seen. Bet it shoots hard too👍🏻

[@SAS-R2]

Just came to realize how amazing Osage wood is...for making bows❤

[@asj9955]

You make it look easy Clay!

[@1HeritageST]

It's a beautiful bow, thanks for making this video.

[@MsBess100]

Seriously considered entering but max weight for me is 40@28. Best of luck to everyone else!

[@davisstellman]

Incredible video, love the unique designs you're putting out!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks a ton!

[@lovelore]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@neotoxo54]

Kind of a take off of the O.L.Adcock's "Adcock Cross Section" ACS. Very interesting. 👍👍

[@beardedarchery3576]

That bow is beautiful great job

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank you!

[@mikewolfe6496]

Shouldn’t you be at elk camp? Lol I,ll start heading west next week. Good luck and stay safe out there! Another great build Clay!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Another week or so😉

[@Treezybreez]

I'm very impressed with your bow making skills. I've started making primitive arrows, but I haven't found the time to work on my hickory bow staves. Keep up the good work!

[@schulerjefffrey6646]

Beautiful work! Not entering....too much bow for this wimp.....but, a beautiful bow none-the-less.

[@clayhayeshunter]

I'll do a lighter weight bow at some point and put it up for grabs.

[@timc3257]

this wood reminds me of black locust, some of the prettiest golden would you ever saw

[@timc3257]

wood*

[@JeffGloverArts]

Terrific build resulting in a killer bow! Thank you!

[@robertmooney1492]

Also, much respect for using almost exclusively traditional methods; there's something I like very much about the idea of using maybe 4-6 Hand tools(could fit in a bag) and a suitable piece of wood to make a weapon

[@digitaldogs233]

Yes i agree, and also in a survival situation you may not be able to use electricity power-driven tools, and again all this apart from the bench he's using you can fit in one bag. Amazing channel, I'm learning archery so one day would love to make my own bow.

[@robertmooney1492]

@@digitaldogs233 is would encourage on that path. Unfortunately , I'm more of a bowyer than an archer(if I spent as much time shooting a bow as I do making them, I'd be a better marksmen) it is a very rewarding craft.

[@zacharyneal9390]

Looks like a great bow I think I'll try to make my next one a hollow limb

[@sherrattpemberton6089]

That is one gorgeous bow!

[@baronblahblah2396]

Hey Mate, sorry caught your video late! Nice bow! And nice woodworking skills 🇦🇺🦘

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks 👍

[@lunkydog]

Nice to see you scraping with your drawknife. I was thinking that I was the only one😉

[@clayhayeshunter]

😁

[@asmith7876]

😂I CRINGE every time! 😂😂😂😂

[@RHicks-zw2kv]

I'm a new subscriber but I find your videos relaxing and informative. The bows you make are rustic and elegant keep up the great videos!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks and welcome

[@fredallard3611]

Amazing bow build video… I’m inspired to give it a go!

[@slow_diver]

Absolute bliss watching this 😌

[@timothymadaras1613]

Great work. Your technique is always ingenious.

[@russellbursey7175]

Great job Clay, probably a bit more difficult to tiller than the ones you and I made when I was there.

[@aidanbrown5481]

I’m twelve and just started making bows I love your videos!!! I made an Osage orange bow and it isn’t completely straight

[@FREEDUMB4ALL]

Man that's just an awesome looking bow. Wish I could find some Osage in the Sierra Nevada range. Might have to drop a couple bucks on your patreon for a Crack at that bow. Excellent craftsmanship Clay. It's always a pleasure to watch you create these masterpieces. I'm on my fourth bow build thanks to you. Watched one of your videos and fell in love with it. Thanks! I'm crossing my fingers for this give away! 🤞

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks 👍

[@stephenballard3759]

You will never find Osage in the Sierras, unless someone planted it on an old homestead. You can find plenty of suitable bow woods if you look around, though. Yew, elm, ash, dogwood, oceanspray, hazel, etc. All good bow woods.

[@mikeprice4079]

Very nice bow I watched your pecafic yew build and took away more info than the other , guys you pointed out everything” I think you posted the build on 8/28/23

[@geraldlippert3591]

What a beauty. It looks like a kind of coniferous wood, but I don't know. I am unable to transcript this kind of art to my german woods, maybe a fir could fit that needs to the wood. Oh gosh, what I wanted to mention: What a nice bow!

[@davidchetcuti1356]

Osage orange is a hardwood that’s native to North America. The wood is very hard and springy. It’s also known as bois d’arc as it is on of the best woods for making self bows.

[@geraldlippert3591]

@@davidchetcuti1356 thank you for your answer. I have read thar this kind of wood is also grown in Croatia and France as some kind of fence. So I guess it's difficult to get a piece for making a bow. I guess the hazel bush would also work.

[@davidchetcuti1356]

@@geraldlippert3591 I think that mulberry is a close relative to Osage.

[@geraldlippert3591]

@@davidchetcuti1356 thanks ;) maybe a piece of mulberry I can get.

[@Mo.MountainMan]

I signed up on Patreon but I guess you have to be a paying patron to comment I can't do that right now so even if I can't be in your drawing I really enjoyed this bow build it's beautiful who ever gets it will have a true work of art and craftsmanship!!! Thank you very much!!!!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Sorry about that, I thought it’d let everyone comment.

[@Mo.MountainMan]

@@clayhayeshunter That's ok probably wouldn't have won it anyway. Would love to have shot it though!!!😁 Good luck Elk hunting!!!

[@miroslavilles]

As always perfect. Thanks, Clay.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks again!

[@barefoottraditionalbowhunter]

Well done, Clay👍

[@robertgarza600]

Very nice build. Makes me making knives look easy lol. Appreciate the content. Keep them coming. Godbless.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks, you too!

[@patrickbush9526]

Merry Christmas and happy New Years everyone

[@evanleclaire]

Beautiful work as always man. Truly inspiring

[@theanc316ientone]

Absolutely a master. Awesome.

[@SitzenderBulle]

Man....! What a beauty!! Located in Germany, im not able to win this georgeous piece of art

[@user-mb4se6km5p]

I made a sinew/ Osage hollow limb last may and it split right in the center of the limb during tillering. It was about 1 7/8 wide about 54" long.

[@tiredredneck8159]

Yer videos help my soul. Thank yew.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Glad you like them!

[@hughswanzy8871]

Very nice bow, thanks for sharing!

[@thrivingarkansas1925]

Master at your craft brother. Always a pleasure to watch.

[@UncleDanBand64]

I hear you on the Crocks I would be wearing them on my Mountain hunts if rocks and sticks would not work their way in. I picked up some Hey Dude boots a couple of days ago. Kinda a hicker light as a feather. I will be giving them a test in the Sangra DeCristo range in New Mexico come Saturday. Not sure how they will do in the dew. But, I am ready to get out of this Texas heat and get in the mountains with my Longbow.

[@timwaldroup9654]

Awesome

[@joshrobinson5368]

Your the best. If your not a Patreon subscriber, you should be.

[@Leroy-Jenkem]

im doing my first bow right now and your content gives me inspiration on how to build it (im using maple so i have it easy haha)

[@genem.toddjr.1831]

Lovely. Rooted for you on "Alone" , you didn't disappoint... 55# may be too much for this old Seabee but I'd give it a try.... I'll keep living vicariously via your videos.. thanks!

[@genem.toddjr.1831]

Beware folks... The hot a gift folks are on here too fishing for your info.

[@Swamp-Fox]

Another great bow build video! Really enjoyed it!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks again!

[@kyletango]

Another informative video, thanks for sharing your knowledge as well as entertaining us.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@TiffanyRobinson-z5j]

Beautiful work as always man. Truly inspiring. Incredible video, love the unique designs you're putting out!.

[@kevinredford6688]

Great job an a very nice piece of wood, thanks for another great video

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank you too!

[@kevinredford6688]

@ClayHayes_ cool

[@AlexiesWoodworkingBushcraft]

awesome tips man, really cool bow

[@timc3257]

also the claw hammer weight suspense.....I was thinking, 5 lb weight, 15 lb weight? lol, nice