Malaysian bowyer handcrafts bows that blend precision, tradition and grit


Photos By SAM CHEONG

Despite juggling coaching sessions and beginner archery classes, Wong still carves out time to fulfil orders.

IN a quiet workshop tucked inside an indoor archery range in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, the rhythmic hum of belt grinders and the hiss of mechanised cutters form the soundtrack to Wong Woon Woon’s craft.

A traditional archer by passion, Wong ventured into bow-making just two years ago.

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