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In English they are known as vanes or fletching.
Fletching is the generic name for both plastic, metal and feathers, as well as the application of said to the shaft. Actually vanes are made of plastic or metal, feathers are feather.
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∙ 12y agoThey are needed to keep them going straight. And to provide accuracy. When the arrow leaves the bow, it isnt disturbed by wind because the feathers keep it straight
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What is the end of the arrow with the nock in archery?
the end of the arrow with the nock
How to store an archery arrow?
best in an arrow tube away from heat
What do you call a person who does archery?
An arrow can also be called a bolt, or a quarrel.
What ae some archery puns?
arrow dynamics
Is the word archery connected with the word skill or arrow?
After much practice in archery, Lois was able to hit target with a high degree of accuracy. Which of the following is most specifically connected with the word archery? A. Practice C. A skill B. Aiming D. An arrow
What is flecthing for?
If you mean "fletching" it's the feathers on the rear end of an arrow in archery.
When hunting with a bow and arrow what is the feathered area called on the arrow?
The feathered area on an arrow is called the fletching. Fletching is typically made from feathers or synthetic materials and helps stabilize the arrow during flight, improving accuracy and trajectory.
What is the end of the arrow with the nock in archery?
the end of the arrow with the nock
How to store an archery arrow?
best in an arrow tube away from heat
What do you call a person who does archery?
An arrow can also be called a bolt, or a quarrel.
What is the name of an arrow maker?
i think its Fletching, though that could just be the part of adding feathers to stabilise the arrow, like in darts... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fletching There is not really a specific term for creating arrows. Arrow building is the most specific I have heard. Fletching as a noun means the section of the arrow that stabilizes it. Fletching as a verb it the act of putting either feathers or vanes on the arrow.
Who is the game that uses a bow and arrow?
Archery.
Can you have a bow and arrow for archery purpose?
yes
What country does archery started?
Archery - the use of a bow and arrow was invented by our ancient hunter gatherer ancestors, we have no record as to where the first bow and arrow were made.
How is maths used in archery?
maths is used in archery to calculate the distance between the arrow the target and to calculate the arc of the arrow
What has the author Saxton Temple Pope written?
Saxton Temple Pope has written: 'Hunting with the bow & arrow' -- subject(s): Archery, Bow and arrow 'Yahi archery' -- subject(s): Implements, Archery, Indians of North America, Bow and arrow, Yana Indians, Arrowheads
How do people cheat in archery?
put wight on the arrow
