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    The English Longbow - Course and Kit

    £149.00 £197.00
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    What’s Included?
    • Learn to craft this truly wonderful English Longbow from an ash stave with leading bowyer Nick Mcmillen.
    • Get all the materials you need delivered to your door.
    • Get lifetime access to Nick Mcmillen's brilliant, in-depth online course
    • Learn to make beautiful bows from home.

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    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit
    The English Longbow - Course and Kit

    About this Longbow Course and Kit

    Bowmaking is perhaps the most ancient and fascinating craft there is. Wooden bows have been in our hands for tens of thousands of years, and nothing brings you closer to the mindset and experience of our ancestors than learning to make them.

    With a few simple tools and the right advice, it is very possible to make beautiful bows at home, and this online course and kit has been specially designed to help you do it. The online course includes 4.5 hours of expert instruction with leading bowmaker and teacher Nick Mcmillen, covering every aspect of making a classic English Longbow. You will then receive a wonderful kit including a carefully selected ash bow stave, a deluxe Japanese saw rasp, and tools and materials for making a bow string.

    By the end of the course you will have crafted a beautiful ash English longbow that fits you and will last for many years.

    Who is this course for?

    This course is suitable for beginners with some craft experience.

    What is included in the course and DIY kit?

    In the English longbow kit you will receive:

    • A premium, hand selected Ash bow stave ideal for making a longbow.
    • A heavy duty rasp for refining the shape of the bow.
    • A cabinet scraper for refining the shape.
    • A roll of bow string material.
    • A string server and serving material for protecting the string.
    • Bees wax for finishing the string.
    • Additional tools for making a tiller (this helps you get the bow bending in a smooth arc).
    • Cord for tillering the bow.

    The online course contains over 4 hours of expert instruction with leading bowyer and teacher Nick McMillen. It covers every aspect of bowmaking. You can access the course from any device by logging into our website (we will provide you with login details after purchase). Our courses are produced by our BAFTA-winning team of filmmakers which means they are cleary presented and well thought out. Students get the right piece of information at the right time, which means they get great results. Plus we are always on hand to answer questions.

    LIFETIME ACCESS:

    When you buy one of our courses you get lifetime access, which means you can watch it whenever you want and as many times as you want in future. This means you will always retain your new knowledge and skills.

    What else do I need?

    All the basic kit you will need is included in the course, but you may need a couple of other items that you will already have lying around the house:

    • A pair of clamps
    • A set of scales
    • A small amount of wood glue
    • A ruler and pencil.

    Can I do this course with a friend?

    Our courses are great to do in a group! If you would like more than one kit, just select the number you would like at checkout.

    After purchase, we will email you a unique access link for each member of your group. All you need to do is forward one of these on to each student. EASY PEASY!

    If you would like 5 kits or more, send us an email and we will offer you a special price!

    Can I give this course as a gift?

    Our courses make wonderful presents. In order to gift one, simply buy the course yourself.

    You can choose to have the kit delivered either to yourself or the gift recipient.

    We will then send you a unique course access link via email. You can send this to your loved one when you are ready.

    All our kits can be stored indefinitely so you can buy now and give the gift later.

    Shipping

    We aim to ship every order within 24 hours and delivery takes 1-2 days. Scottish highlands can take 2-3 days extra. Please note - shipping to offshore islands costs and extra 19 pounds.

    How It Works

    • 1
      Start watching the online course - it's super easy set up and you get lifetime access.
    • 2
      Receive a lovely DIY kit in the post that includes all the materials you need for the course.
    • 3
      Spend a wonderful afternoon learning and crafting - referring to the online course as you go.
    • 4
      Experience the joy and satisfaction of making something beautiful and useful with your own two hands!

    Here’s a preview of the longbow you’ll learn to make:

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    The English Longbow Making Course and Kit FAQ

    How do I watch the course?

    You can watch the course online through any browser. If you're on your mobile or tablet you can also watch it via our app, which is called Teachable.

    How can I ask questions and get additional help during the course?

    Our team is always on hand via email at hello@myown2hands.co to help with any questions you may have.

    What if I'm unhappy with the course?

    If you are unsatisfied with your course in any way, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a refund. Our courses are also transferrable, which means that if you don't feel you have bought the right one for your skill level, we will advise you and then transfer you to the right product. We love helping our clients and we work closely with them to make sure they have the best possible experience with us.

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