File Bow

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File Bow

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This is a bow You can make out of the metal strips in hanging files.

Stuff You Will Need.

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You will need a few simple things:
3'-4' of Nylon string,
1-2 files to got the bow staff from,
(Optional) Lighter to burn off fuzz and finish it.

Bow Staff

Take the piece of metal and bend it a little bit.

Stringing the Bow.

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Tie the string th one end in the notch then wrap 10-12 times and tie again.
repeat with other side.

(Optional) Burning the Fuzz.

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Take the lighter and burn off any fuzz from the ends where you tied it (be careful not to melt the actual string!).

Arrows.

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When you are finished you can use wooden skewers for arrows.
If you can think of anything else you can use for arrows, or any improvements please comment.