archer

Person who practices archery.

quiver

Case that is carried on the back or the hip; the arrows are stored in it during the shoot.

sight

Articulated apparatus on the bow that aligns it with the target to increase the accuracy of the shot.

accessory pouch

arm guard

Piece of leather or plastic that protects the forearm from friction from the bowstring.

stabilizer

Weight that is attached to the bow by a shaft to stabilize the bow during and after shooting; it dampens the vibrations caused by the bowstring as the arrow is released.

finger tab

Piece of leather or plastic that protects the archer’s fingers from the friction of the bowstring.

chest protector

Piece of leather or plastic that protects the chest from the friction of the bowstring and flattens the clothing to the body so it does not interfere with the shot.