Turkish - Ottoman recurve bows

Turkish archery has a long and rich history. Turkish archers were already famous for their skills and techniques in ancient times. The Turkish bow has a characteristic “C” shape. This type of bow is part of the Turkish nomadic culture and lifestyle and has proven to be a very effective weapon on the battlefield. Turkish archers developed special skills and techniques. In their archery, they place great emphasis on accurate aiming and quick shooting. Turkish archers are excellent at moving on horseback and can shoot quickly even at moving targets.