Timurid · 14th–15th c. · Central Asia
The Khan
Compact power from Central Asia.
A unique in-betweener of Turco-Mongol and Persian design: short limbs, long siyahs.
Draw it yourself
How the Khan comes to full draw.
Weight beyond 28″ is a linear estimate for guidance only. Every bow is weighed at 28″.
Shoot the Khan on the rangeIn the round
Turn the Khan in your hands.
A 3D model built from the Khan’s own measurements: hardwood riser and siyahs, laminated bamboo limbs, phenolic tips and string bridges.
The story
Compact power from Central Asia
Central Asia, the melting pot of Turco-Mongol and Persian cultures, saw the rise of the Timurid Empire in the 14th and 15th centuries. Inspired by the Tsaagan Khad and Omnogov finds, with Turkish and Persian design elements, the Khan is a unique in-betweener.
It uses the same proven technology as the flagship Raider, in a shorter, more compact bow. Short limbs and long siyah sections give an excellent drawing experience, combined with speed and stability.
Materials
What it’s made of.
- Riser & siyah woodsAsh, Cherry, Maple
- Phenolic overlaysBlack or brown, on the bow tips
- Fibreglass laminationsClear or black, in any configuration
- Limb coreBamboo
- ConstructionStrengthened with a polymer composite for longitudinal and lateral stability
Options & prices
Make it yours.
Riser finish
- Cow-leather grip with cow-suede arrow passesIncluded
- Stingray arrow pass with leather grip£15
Limbs
- Dye stain on the bamboo core (clear glass only, up to #50 @28)£10 per side
Decoration
- Kirinte overlays on the bow tipsColour options on request£20
- Semi decoration on the limb backs (no calligraphy)Discussed with you before work begins£70
- Full calligraphy on the limb backs, by a professional calligrapherPaid up front when ordering£150
- Hand-painted grey cattle-horn imitation on the bellies£50
Plates
The Khan, close up.
From the archers
“You commission a work of art.”
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