Bowyer
Bowyer
History of the trade of bowmaking
A bowyer is a master-craftsman who makes bows. Though this was once a widespread profession, the importance of bowyers and of bows was diminished by the introduction of gunpowder weaponry. However, the trade has survived and many bowyers continue to produce high-end bows.
This article includes a list of references, related reading, or external links, but its sources remain unclear because it lacks inline citations. (February 2014) |