How to Make Easy Kids Pvc Bow
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PVC is a great material for bows because it is flexible and can hold tension well, plus, it is readily available and very affordable. With these simple instructions and just a few tools, you can create a bow and arrow out of PVC pipe in no time!
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Take a long tube of PVC, and cut it into a piece about 4-feet long (120 cm) for a short bow, or 6-feet for a long bow. [1]
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Cut a small groove into the ends (to hold the string) with a hacksaw. [2]
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Take your string (preferably masonry twine) and tie a loop on one end. Then take the other end and pull it through the other groove.[3]
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Pull it tight, then cut the extra string off and leave room for a knot.
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Tie a knot at the end to hold the string - then you're ready to shoot with your bow.
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Cut a line down one side of a 1/2-inch thick and 5-foot long piece of PVC pipe. Using a saw, try to cut the line as straight as possible.
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Spray PVC pipes with WD-40. Spray inside each end of a 3/4-inch thick and 5-foot long piece of PVC pipe, and the outside of the piece you just cut.
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Put the 1/2-inch thick PVC pipe inside the 3/4-inch thick piece. It will be a tight fit; you may need to use the ground for leverage. Be careful not to snap the pipe.[4]
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Measure and mark 3/4 of an inch down from each end of the pipe.
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Drill a hole with a 1/8-inch drill bit at each mark. Be sure the holes are aligned and even on both sides of each end.
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Saw through each end of the pipe down to the drilled holes using a hacksaw.
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Smooth the cut sections with a metal file. You can also use rough grit sandpaper to make the cuts even smoother.[5]
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Clean the bow to remove any dust. You can spray paint the bow at this point, and attach a piece of pipe insulation with electrical tape for a handle.
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Wrap a fiber glass rod (3/8-inch thick and 4-foot 5-inch long) with duct tape, and then with electrical tape. [6]
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Insert fiberglass rod into PCV pipes. [7]
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String the bow following steps 3 through 5 for the Basic Bow above, and you are ready to use your bow!
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Take another suitable tube of PVC.
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Take a dowel and cut a grove into the end with your hacksaw for the string.
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Attach fletchings if you have any. If not, attach a nail to the end with duct tape to be a weight - it steadies the arrow.
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Now you can shoot with your bow!
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How long does it last?
It can last years if stored in optimum conditions, out of direct sunlight and in moderate temperatures.
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Can it be used for hunting?
Yes.
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Is the arrow dangerous?
Any arrow is dangerous when fired from a bow. Do not fire it at anything you do not intend to kill.
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Have a good spot to tension the bow with somewhere you can place one end to bend the PVC.
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You can also use nails to make a guide for your arrow. Just put two nails on the mid portion of the bow to rest your arrow on.
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Don't shoot at people - this bow can be very powerful (depends on the PVC).
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Don't shoot at any other living things (same as above).
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Things You'll Need
- 4- to 6-foot section of PVC pipe
- 4-foot 5-inch section of fiberglass rod
- 55-inch bowstring / masonry twine
- hacksaw
- 1/8-inch drill bit
- Metal file
- Rough grit sandpaper
- Duct tape
- Electrical tape
- Fletchings (optional)
- Nail
- Pipe insulation (for handle)
- Safety glasses
- WD-40
- Spray paint (optional)
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