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Dōzukuri Bow Case and Quiver by Eliot Childress

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AWFS Fair Student Competition 2025 | Amazing Woodworking Projects

What happens here

Eliot Childress explains his 'Dōzukuri' project, a traditional Japanese archery bow case and arrow quiver. The case is designed to hold arrows and can be removed from its stand for travel, strapping onto a backpack. He mentions that the bow is made with 'Higo', a material that requires re-wrapping after every use to prevent melting. The design is practical and culturally specific, showcasing ingenuity in portability and storage for archery equipment.

Goal: Understand the 'Dōzukuri' portable bow case and quiver design

Tools and materials

  • Arrows