Mongolian Horsebow – Erenhill

Erenhill Mongolian Horsebow – Traditional Reflex Horse Bow

The Erenhill Mongolian Horsebow is a modern reflex horse bow inspired by traditional Mongolian and Central Asian archery.

It is available under the Erenhill brand in draw weights from 15 to 45 lb @ 28″.

Its compact design, low weight and reflex geometry make it suitable for traditional, instinctive, Asian, dynamic, 3D and horse archery.

What is a Mongolian horse bow?

Mongolian and Central Asian horse bows belong to one of the best-known traditions of mounted archery.

Their compact size helped archers handle the bow efficiently while moving and shooting from horseback.

Typical characteristics include:

• compact reflex construction,
• rigid siyahs,
• low overall weight,
• easy handling,
• suitability for Asian shooting techniques,
• traditional use of thumb draw.

Historical Mongolian bows and the modern Erenhill

Historical Asian composite bows traditionally used combinations of wood, horn, sinew and natural adhesives.

The modern Erenhill Mongolian Horsebow is not an exact historical replica.

Its construction uses:

• fiberglass limbs,
• acacia wood siyahs,
• acacia wood handle,
• rubber handle covering,
• Dacron bowstring.

What does 40 lb @ 28″ mean?

A marking such as:

40 lb @ 28″

means approximately 40 pounds of draw weight at a draw length of 28 inches.

At shorter draw lengths, actual draw weight is lower.

At longer draw lengths, it increases.

This is why the bow variants are correctly specified as:

15 / 20 / 25 / 30 / 35 / 40 / 45 lb @ 28″

Maximum recommended draw length

The maximum recommended draw length is:

30″

Archers should know their actual draw length when using their chosen shooting technique.

What is stacking?

Stacking is the region where the force required for each additional amount of draw begins increasing more sharply.

For this model, more pronounced stacking begins at approximately:

31″

This is around one inch beyond the maximum recommended draw length.

31″ is therefore outside the recommended working draw range.

Thumb draw

Mongolian and other Asian archery traditions are strongly associated with thumb draw.

Thumb draw may produce a different actual draw length from Mediterranean release, so archers should measure their draw using the technique they actually intend to shoot.

Selecting arrows

Arrow spine should be selected according to the actual draw weight at the archer's actual draw length, not only the nominal value measured at 28″.

Arrow length, total arrow mass, point weight and shooting technique should also be considered.

Fiberglass limbs

The working limbs are made from fiberglass.

This modern material allows the bow to maintain a functional reflex design without the historical composite construction of horn and sinew.

Acacia wood siyahs

The rigid siyahs are made from acacia wood.

They contribute to the bow's geometry, bowstring path and dynamic behaviour during the shot.

Acacia handle with rubber covering

The structural handle is made from acacia wood.

A rubber covering is added to improve grip and help reduce vibration transfer to the archer's hand.

Lightweight construction

The bow weighs approximately 400 g.

Its low weight contributes to easy handling during traditional, dynamic and horse archery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 40 lb @ 28″ mean?

It means approximately 40 pounds of draw weight at a 28-inch draw length.

Does a 40 lb bow stay at 40 lb at longer draw lengths?

No.

Actual draw weight increases as draw length increases.

What is the maximum recommended draw?

30″.

When does stacking begin?

More pronounced stacking begins at approximately 31″.

Is 31″ a recommended draw length?

No.

It is already beyond the recommended maximum.

What draw weights are available?

15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 lb @ 28″.

Is Erenhill the manufacturer?

Erenhill is the brand under which this model is offered.

Is it an exact historical replica?

No.

It is a modern reflex bow inspired by traditional Mongolian and Central Asian designs.

What is the handle made from?

Acacia wood with a rubber covering.

What are the siyahs made from?

Acacia wood.

How long is the bow?

Approximately 130 cm.

How much does it weigh?

Approximately 400 g.

What type of bowstring is supplied?

A 105 cm Dacron bowstring.

Is it suitable for thumb draw?

Yes.

Its design is suitable for traditional Asian shooting techniques including thumb draw.

How should arrow spine be selected?

According to actual draw weight at the archer's actual draw length, not only the nominal value measured at 28″.

Final Summary

The Mongolian Horsebow – Erenhill is a lightweight modern reflex horsebow inspired by traditional Mongolian and Central Asian archery.

Available draw weights are:

15 / 20 / 25 / 30 / 35 / 40 / 45 lb @ 28″

The nominal draw weight is measured at 28 inches and actual draw weight increases at longer draw lengths.

The maximum recommended draw length is 30″, while more pronounced stacking begins at approximately 31″, around one inch beyond the recommended maximum.

The bow measures approximately 130 cm, weighs around 400 g and uses fiberglass limbs, acacia wood siyahs, an acacia wood handle with a rubber covering and a Dacron bowstring.

It is a modern functional traditional bow inspired by historical Mongolian horsebows rather than an exact historical composite-bow replica.