Sarmatian-Alanic Horsebows of the pre-Hunnic era

[Alanus]

Hailog, Jens

Thanks for the tip-- very helpful.

I have always believed that the asymetrical Hunnic bow had been developed prior to the Hun's appearance in western Asia. Your info confirms not only an asymetrical bow, but also the bone syahs (extensions at each end). I once thought a "porogi" was a Russion
ravioli, but if it is east of the Crimea it's first century inhabitants were more likely to be Alans than "Sarmatians." The difference was in culture and Asiatic features in the nasal and facial structure.

At present, I am expecting delivery of an asymetrical bow from Czaba Grozer, a 33# draw at 28 inches. It has horn-reinforced syahs, goatskin covering, and natural flax windings-- just like the real old thing!

Much appreciated,
Alanus, horsebow fanatic and general old fart
1st Cohors Pannonarium, Legio III Cyrenaica
A.J. Campbell, US of A