--- product_id: 376029655 title: "Black Turkish Bow" brand: "af bow&arrow" price: "£140.10" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Af Bow&Arrow" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/376029655-black-turkish-bow store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Fiberglass & bamboo laminated durability 50" length for agile handling Draw weight 20-60 lbs adjustable Black Turkish Bow **Brand:** af bow&arrow **Price:** £140.10 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🏹 Elevate your aim with the legendary Turkish bow—where heritage meets high performance! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Black Turkish Bow by af bow&arrow - **How much does it cost?** £140.10 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/376029655-black-turkish-bow) ## Best For - af bow&arrow enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted af bow&arrow brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ready for Adventure:** Perfect for horseback archery, target practice, and hunting—join the elite circle of archery enthusiasts. - • **Ambidextrous Comfort:** Ergonomic ash wood handle wrapped in premium cowhide fits both left- and right-handed archers flawlessly. - • **Versatile Draw Range:** Adjustable draw weight from 20 to 60 lbs and draw length up to 32 inches to suit beginners and pros alike. - • **Lightweight Powerhouse:** Weighing under 1 lb, this bow delivers fast arrow speeds with minimal hand shock for all-day shooting. - • **Precision Meets Tradition:** Classic Turkish design fused with German lamination tech for unmatched accuracy and speed. ## Overview The AF Archery Turkish Recurve Bow is a 50-inch traditional laminated horse bow crafted from fiberglass, bamboo, and ash wood with a cowhide-wrapped ergonomic handle. It offers an adjustable draw weight between 20 and 60 lbs and supports both left- and right-handed users. Engineered with German lamination technology, it delivers fast arrow speeds and smooth draws, making it ideal for beginners, youth, and seasoned hunters seeking a lightweight, high-performance bow for versatile outdoor use. ## Description Product description Notices Don't target people, it's very dangerous. Do not draw the bow without an arrow. Remove the string when the bow is not in use. Place the bow in a dry, cool environment. When drawing your bow, please do not exceed the maximum draw length! Please do not use arrows that are too light. Specification Overall Bow Length: 50" Bow String Length: 44.5" Draw Weight: 20-55lbs @28" Brace Height: 6.7" Max Draw Length: 32" GPP: 9 Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous Material: Glass Fiber, Bamboo, Wood Package: Bow *1, Bow string *1 Based on the large recurve of the entire bow arm, the Turkish bow adds a ridge to the front half of the bow arm to provide a stable hardness to the bow arm instead of the recurve of the front half of the bow arm. Perhaps this can reduce the difficulty of the process and increase the stability of the bow body to achieve the same effect. This design is also found on Tatar bows and Indo-Persian bows. The advantage of this design is that it is more stable and it does not add much weight to the bow arm. The bow handle is oval in shape, with the bow handle convex outward and straight on the inner side, which is more suitable for hand holding. Its structure is light and short, making it a weapon in war. Review: Bow exploded after barely 20 arrows (Edit: but received excellent customer service afterwards) - I bought this bow with great hopes seeing many reviews praising its performance but had in mind also the few were it didn't last long, unfortunately that had to be my case. The bow didn't last more than 25 shots in two sessions, on the first it was a quick test and after 6 arrows I was very happy with its performance and no sign of delamination appeared, on the second one after 15 shots or so the bow suddenly exploded in my hand without any prior creaking sound or visible cracks, both times I used heavy arrows over 12gpp and never exceeded 31 inches when drawing and kept it stored in the bow sock inside home and away from sunlight. On every bow I have I always check for damage or limb misalignment before and after stringing and shooting them and I couldn't see anything wrong in this one so I'm quite baffled on what could have happened, my only guess is due to AZ dry climate the glue on the bamboo might have failed. Edit: I contacted AF archery explaining my experience and they kindly sent me another bow, I haven't been able to test it thoroughly yet but seems to be well made Review: Good quality for the price - It’s exactly as it’s advertised a simple bow the poundage of your choice I personally got the 45 pounder and I’m getting about 6 inches of penetration at 20 yards ## Features - [HIGH PERFORMANCE RECURVE BOW] This Longbow manufactured by AF provides you with an excellent shooting experience and reaches accurate targets easily. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, this Recueve bow can meet your various shooting needs.bringing you the ultimate hunting experience. - [Design and Materials] Made of fiberglass and bamboo laminated. The handle and two bow tips of the bow are made of ash wood. The bow handle is convex outward and straight on the inside and adopt wrap the handle with cowhide, Ergonomic, which can give the user a comfortable feeling. German lamination technology to make its performance more superior. - [Bow Specifications] Suitable for both left- and right-handed archers, bow length is 50 inches, string length is 45 inches, Standard Draw Length 28inches, maximum draw length is 32 inches, Brace Heigth 6.7inches, draw weight 20lbs-60lbs. - [Unparalleled Performance] We have retained the classic style of the Turkish bow, while greatly optimizing its performance. The bow limbs have fine wood grain texture, the bow body is shorter, and the arrow speed is extremely fast. Faster and smoother, suitable for horseback archery or daily archery activities. - [Versatile Outdoor Adventures] Whether you're hunting game or honing your archery skills, our Recurve bow is a versatile choice. target practice, and deer hunting. If you have any questions, Please feel free to contact us, we will solve all your problems for you. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B092D2BD2N | | Archery Draw Length | 28 Inches | | Archery Draw Weight | 50 Pounds | | Best Sellers Rank | #110,697 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #33 in Archery Recurve Bows | | Brand | AF Bow&Arrow | | Brand Name | AF Bow&Arrow | | Color | Wood | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 167 Reviews | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Included Components | bow*1, string*1 | | Item Weight | 14.11 ounces | | Manufacturer | AF Bow&Arrow | | Material | Wood | | Material Type | Wood | | Model Name | Turkish Bow | | Size | 50 lbs | | Team Name | Turkish | | UPC | 749142344589 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 360 days warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** AF Bow&Arrow - **Color:** Wood - **Material:** Wood - **Model Name:** Turkish Bow - **Team Name:** Turkish ## Images ![Black Turkish Bow - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61oj6SyYH3L.jpg) ![Black Turkish Bow - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6162Y4WabUL.jpg) ![Black Turkish Bow - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91wegCzKwmL.jpg) ![Black Turkish Bow - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81sqxLSusiL.jpg) ![Black Turkish Bow - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91hmvkcvraL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Could someone please clarify, "arrow weight have to more than the poundage of the bow multiply by 0.6 " if you multiply by .6 you get less weight?** A: It's easy...just do the math. If your bow is let's say 30# @ 28" your arrow must have minimum weight of 30 multiplied by 0.6 30*0.6 = 18 grain. Now if your draw length is 30" you must realize your draw force will increase, roughly 2# /inch. So your actually draw force will be 34# @30" thus you will need your arrows 34*0.6 = 20.4 grains, and also a greater arrow spine. You must account for your draw length and estimete the force of the bow at your draw length and all this will influence your arrow weight and spine. Hope this helps :) **Q: i need a 40lb bow with 26"draw will this bow work?** A: When you order you can specify that you want 40# at 26". Or order a 45# bow that will then be weaker at 26" draw. IMPORTANT: They will measure draw length from front of handle as is traditional. For compound bows they usually measure from 1.25" in front of the handle so if you are used to that way of measuring then you basically have a 27.25" draw and so you are already close to the draw at which they measure... **Q: Does this bow available for left hands?** A: Yes ，Ambidextrous **Q: Whats the recommended arrow weight for a 45 pound bow** A: 417gn minimum arrow weight for a 45lbs bow, I would say. - I have the bow with 30lbs draw weight and that requires a minimum arrow weight of 287gn. The best brace hight would be 17cm. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bow exploded after barely 20 arrows (Edit: but received excellent customer service afterwards) *by L***S on March 4, 2026* I bought this bow with great hopes seeing many reviews praising its performance but had in mind also the few were it didn't last long, unfortunately that had to be my case. The bow didn't last more than 25 shots in two sessions, on the first it was a quick test and after 6 arrows I was very happy with its performance and no sign of delamination appeared, on the second one after 15 shots or so the bow suddenly exploded in my hand without any prior creaking sound or visible cracks, both times I used heavy arrows over 12gpp and never exceeded 31 inches when drawing and kept it stored in the bow sock inside home and away from sunlight. On every bow I have I always check for damage or limb misalignment before and after stringing and shooting them and I couldn't see anything wrong in this one so I'm quite baffled on what could have happened, my only guess is due to AZ dry climate the glue on the bamboo might have failed. Edit: I contacted AF archery explaining my experience and they kindly sent me another bow, I haven't been able to test it thoroughly yet but seems to be well made ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality for the price *by C***. on May 29, 2026* It’s exactly as it’s advertised a simple bow the poundage of your choice I personally got the 45 pounder and I’m getting about 6 inches of penetration at 20 yards ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gorgeous Bow *by C***T on January 16, 2022* At the time of this writing this is 1 of the 2 bows I really like being offered by Amazon, and they are both sold by AF Archery. The other bow I like is the 53" Tatar bow. This bow is super light weighing about 4/5th of a pound, its fast and snappy. Built and finished very well. It has one drawback, but that's because of how fine the bow is and how short the bow is and so it should be expected. The bow is a little unstable...what does this mean? It means if you are not careful to make sure the limbs of the bow are straight after you string the bow...this means the string has been put on a little crooked. If you draw the bow like that, it will warp and destring itself violently on you. This is NOT a defect, this is what happens when you so finely tune a bow to these dimension. YOU, need to make sure you string the bow so it is straight. Get on youtube and learn how. If you are uncertain about that, then I recommend the Tatar which is a little more stable due to being a little less stressed with the added length. But this really shouldn't put you off, I am writing it hear to help prevent unnecessary returns. These two bows are my absolute favorite and I am buying another of each in heavier draw weights for hunting. ## Frequently Bought Together - AF Archery Turkish Recurve Bow, 50" High-Performance Traditional Laminated Hunting Horse Bow for Adults Youth Beginners Enthusiasts and Hunting - TIGER ARCHERY 30Inch Carbon Arrow Practice Hunting Arrows with Removable Tips for Compound & Recurve Bow(Pack of 12) - TOPARCHERY Traditional Shoulder Back Quiver Bow Leather Arrow Holder with Large Pouch Handmade Straps Belt Bag Brown --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/376029655-black-turkish-bow](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/376029655-black-turkish-bow) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-16*