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Parts of a Hunting Arrow:

  • Shaft – the main part of the arrow, made of materials such as wood or tubes of aluminum, fiberglass or carbon fibers.
  • Broadhead – an arrowhead with sharp blades.
  • Fletching – feathers or vanes to help make the arrow fly straight.
  • Nock – a notch to fit on the bowstring.


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