How to Select a Bow
Each bow has varying features you can learn about below:
The purchase of each bow includes a string and, for all adult bows, a bow sock.
Spare strings also available for purchase.
MONGOLIAN
BOWS
Fast and powerful, ideal for target, hunting or mounted archery.
The ancient Mongols developed this style with its distinctive bridge on which the string rests. The string gets a little extra "pop" when it naps against the bridge, translating into higher arrow velocity and power.
Weight Range: 30#-70# (measured at 28")
Length Unstrung: 57" (144.5 cm)
Length Strung: 53½ “ (136 cm)
String Length: 50” (127 cm)
Avg. Brace Height: 5.5” (14 cm)
MAGYAR
BOWS
Smooth draw, ideal for target, hunting, or mounted archery.
The Magyar bow is best noted for its smooth draw and extremely smooth release and beautiful craftsmanship. Its less bent limbs produce less string to bow shock, allowing the shooter to maintain consistent marksmanship. Also ideal for archers with a long draw.
Weight Range: 30#-75# (measured at 28")
Length Unstrung: 57½" (146 cm)
Length Strung: 50 ¾” (128.5 cm)
String Length: 48” (122 cm)
Avg. Brace Height: 6.6 - 7” (16.5 - 17.75 cm)
TATAR BOWS
Sleek and fast with a smooth release. Ideal for target and mounted archery.
Comparable to the Mongolian's speed, the Tatar has a smooth draw and unique tip (syha) design. A favorite among horse archers.
*NOTE: limited draw length. NOT recommended for archers with draw longer than 29 inches.
Weight Range: 30#-75#(measured at 28")
Length Unstrung: 53" (134.5 cm)
Length Strung: 50” (127 cm)
String Length: 48” (122 cm)
Avg. Brace Height:: 7” (17.75 cm)
HUN BOWS
Very powerful, ideal for the larger archer with a longer draw length.
Designed for the larger archer, the Hun's draw length reaches 30-32 inches. Each bow is given a weight at 28 inches, however the weight at longer draws will generally increase about 5 pounds per inch (over 28 inches).
Weight Range: 30#-75# (measured at 28")
Length Unstrung: 58¾" (149 cm)
Length Strung: 52¼” (132.5 cm)
String Length: 50” (127 cm)
Avg. Brace Height: 6.5 - 7” (16.5 - 17.75 cm)
AVAR BOWS
Smooth release for a longer draw and unique grip design.
Also designed for the larger archer, the Avar's draw length easily reaches 32 inches and beyond. It also has a unique grip design: While most Toth bows have a concave shape, the AVAR has a convex shape that fits nicely in the hand.
Weight Range: 30#-75# (measured at 28")
Length Unstrung: 56 ½” (144 cm)
Length Strung: 53 3/4“ (136.5 cm)
String Length: 50” (127 cm)
Avg. Brace Height: 5.5 - 6” (14 - 15.25 cm)
SCYTHIAN ADULT BOWS
Used for youth and adults alike, great first bow with low draw weight for outdoor activities such as SCA.
The Scythian Adult bow is perfect for people who want a basic bow with a adult-sized draw length but low draw weight.
Weight Range: 20#-40# (measured at 28")
Length Unstrung: 55" (139.7 cm)
Length Strung: 51¾” (131.4 cm)
String Length: 48” (122 cm)
Avg. Brace Height: 7 - 7.25” (17.75 - 18.5 cm)
SCYTHIAN YOUTH BOWS
Used for youth and easy target shooting. It has a short draw, and easy pull.
The Scythian YOUTH is deal for young and old archers alike who want a lighter bow with a shorter draw. Ideal for live-action role playing (meets SCA weight restrictions).
Recommended for ages 12+
Weight Range: 20#-40# (measured at 26")
Length Unstrung: 52" (132 cm)
Length Strung: 47” (119 cm)
String Length: 45¾” (116 cm)
Avg. Brace Height: 6.5” (16.5 cm)
CHILD BOWS
Perfect for the young, beginning archer.
The perfect first bow, crafted especially for small hands and short draw-back.
Recommended for ages 4 - 12
Weight Range: 6# - 30# (measured at 16" and 26")
Length Unstrung: 43½" (110.5 cm)
Length Strung: 401/4.” (102.25 cm)
String Length: 39½” (100 cm)
Avg. Brace Height: 5.5” (14 cm)
