Hard Skills
AdvancedBow RehairingThe technical process of removing old horsehair and installing new, high-quality hair into the bow frog and tip while maintaining correct tension and distribution.
ExpertWood Structural RepairAdvanced woodworking techniques used to fix cracks, breaks, or splices in Pernambuco or other exotic hardwoods used in bow making.
ExpertCamber and StraighteningThe skill of using heat to adjust the curve (camber) and lateral alignment of the bow stick to optimize playability.
IntermediateMetalwork and FittingThe precision task of repairing or replacing metal components such as ferrules, eyelets, screws, and silver winding.
AdvancedMaterial KnowledgeIn-depth understanding of the properties of different types of wood, horsehair, and ivory alternatives to select appropriate materials for specific bows.