Shot the longbow some today and I'm quite happy with it. I had originally purchased the materials years ago when I tried my first horsebow build "ended badly" and finally got around to gluing it up a few weeks ago. I made many mistakes but it shoots very nice with no handshock at all and has a surprising amount of speed for the draw weight. Clear fiberglass on the belly and back of the bow. I think it has ash laminates and a cocobolla riser. I forgot what wood it is since its been so long since I purchased it, the riser started out as a 1.5x1.5x18 inch block of wood. Total time was about 6 hours from making the form to finished product. Thats not counting the dry time on the tung oil I used to finish the riser and coat the edges. Draw weight is 20lbs at 28".

Nice looking bow and good shooting.

Well done. Making your own gear ramps up the level of enjoyment and satisfaction.