arrow

Also known as archery arrow

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An arrow is a projectile consisting of a shaft with a pointed tip, fletching for flight stability, and a nock for attachment to a bowstring, designed to be shot from a bow at a target or game. Arrows have been important throughout history for hunting and warfare, and remain relevant today in sport archery and traditional practices.

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Commons category: Arrows

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Contents

History
Size
Components
Shaft
Spine
GPI rating
Footed arrows
Barreled arrow shafts
Arrowhead
Fletchings
Wraps
Nocks
Finishes and cresting
Symbolism
See also
Notes
External links

300px|thumb|Traditional target arrow (top) and replica medieval arrow (bottom) thumb|Modern arrow with plastic fletchings and nock

An arrow is a fin-stabilized projectile launched by a bow. A typical arrow usually consists of a long, stiff, straight shaft with a weighty (and usually sharp and pointed) arrowhead attached to the front end, multiple fin-like stabilizers called fletchings mounted near the rear, and a slot at the rear end called a nock for engaging the bowstring. A container or bag carrying additional arrows for convenient reloading is called a quiver.