Asymmetric Laminated Hun Bow “Falcon” (Sólyom)
Legendary Laminated Horse Bow Designed for Speed and Mounted Archery
The Falcon (Sólyom) is one of the most iconic bows ever developed by Lajos Kassai. Created to push the limits of mounted archery performance, this premium asymmetric laminated Hun bow became famous for its extraordinary speed, featherlight construction and exceptional shooting dynamics.
Named after the falcon—a symbol of lightness and swiftness—this bow represents decades of innovation in traditional bow making. Although the newer Phoenix model has surpassed it in overall technical performance, the Falcon remains highly respected among experienced archers for its unique design, lightning-fast handling and historical significance.
FALCON (SÓLYOM) - ASYMMETRIC LAMINATED HUN TRADITIONAL RECURVE BOW FROM LAJOS KASSAI
Price: 499 EUR
Developed to Break Records
The Falcon was born from Lajos Kassai’s continuous efforts to surpass his own achievements following his famous 1998 mounted archery world record.
Thousands of hours of intensive training, combined with an incredible shooting rhythm of approximately one shot every 1.5 seconds, inspired the development of a completely new type of horse bow—one that would be dramatically lighter without sacrificing speed or precision.
The result was the Falcon.
This revolutionary design opened entirely new possibilities in mounted archery. It enabled Kassai to fire nine accurately aimed arrows at a distance of 90 metres within just 16 seconds, demonstrating an unprecedented combination of speed, stability and accuracy.
In 2006, the Falcon once again proved its capabilities when Lajos Kassai achieved his Guinness World Record in 24-hour mounted archery using this remarkable bow.
Why Choose the Falcon?
Unlike many traditional horse bows, the Falcon was engineered with one primary goal: maximum dynamic performance.
Its lightweight laminated construction delivers an exceptionally lively shooting experience, allowing rapid follow-up shots while maintaining excellent control and minimal vibration.
Key Features
- Legendary Kassai design
- Premium laminated construction
- Featherlight handling
- Exceptional arrow speed
- Minimal hand shock
- Extremely fast limb recovery
- Outstanding shooting dynamics
- Designed for intensive mounted archery
- Handmade craftsmanship
Even today, many experienced mounted archers choose the Falcon specifically because of its distinctive shooting characteristics and timeless design.
Built for Advanced Mounted Archery
The Falcon was developed specifically for high-performance horseback archery.
Its asymmetric design, featuring a shorter lower limb, improves bow clearance around the horse while allowing comfortable forward and backward shooting during riding.
Despite its remarkable speed, the Falcon maintains a smooth draw cycle and excellent stability throughout the shot.
Because the bow is extremely lightweight and engineered for maximum efficiency, it is recommended primarily for advanced archers and professional mounted archers who can fully benefit from its performance.
Important Handling Information
The Asymmetric laminated hun bow Falcon is designed to withstand the demanding conditions of professional use.
However, its lightweight laminated construction requires proper handling during stringing.
Because the lower limb is shorter than the upper limb, both limbs must be bent evenly when stringing the bow. Uneven loading or excessive overbending may damage the bow.
Following the correct stringing procedure ensures years of reliable performance.
Available in Two Sizes
The Falcon is available in two versions while maintaining the same iconic asymmetric profile.
Short Version
- String length: 125 cm (49″)
- Draw weight: 25–65 lbs
- Maximum draw length: 30″
- Measured at 28″
Compact, agile and ideal for shorter draw lengths.
Long Version
- String length: 138 cm (54″)
- Draw weight: 25–65 lbs
- Maximum draw length: 32″
- Measured at 30″
Recommended for taller archers and those requiring a longer draw.
Premium Construction
Every Falcon bow is individually handcrafted using carefully selected materials.
Standard Equipment
- Laminated ash wood body
- Ash wood grip
- Ash wood siyahs
- Clear fiberglass lamination
- Silk binding (colour selectable)
- Integrated Teflon arrow rest
The laminated construction provides an outstanding balance between durability, efficiency and lightweight handling.
Optional Custom Upgrades
The Falcon can be customized with a range of handcrafted premium options.
Available Extras
- Black fiberglass lamination (+35 EUR)
- Exotic wood siyahs and grip (+79 / +49 EUR)
- Intarsia decoration on siyahs, limbs and grip (+79 EUR)
- Custom painted colours (+49 EUR)
- Engraved initials on the grip (+35 EUR)
These options allow every bow to become a unique handcrafted piece.
A Historic Kassai Bow
Although the Phoenix has become the flagship model thanks to newer materials and engineering, the Falcon remains one of the defining bows in the history of modern mounted archery.
Its combination of featherlight construction, remarkable speed and historical importance continues to attract experienced traditional archers around the world.
For many enthusiasts, the Falcon is not simply a bow—it is one of the milestones in the evolution of competitive horseback archery.
1-Year Warranty
Every asymmethric Laminated Hun Bow Falcon is backed by a 1-year warranty, ensuring confidence in its craftsmanship and long-term reliability.
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Traditional Bow Questions Answered
Yes. Its compact design makes it suitable for mounted archery and fast instinctive shooting.
Store in a dry environment away from heat and direct sunlight.
Yes, each bow is supplied ready for use.
The Falcon is designed primarily for advanced and professional archers. Beginners are generally better served by more forgiving models before moving to this high-performance bow.
The asymmetric design improves clearance around the horse and allows easier forward and backward shooting during mounted archery while maintaining a comfortable draw.
Its lightweight laminated construction, carefully balanced limb geometry and reduced limb mass allow exceptionally fast energy transfer with very little vibration.
The Falcon is the historic performance model that helped define modern mounted archery and was used to achieve a Guinness World Record. The Phoenix builds on that legacy with newer materials and engineering, offering even higher performance and lower vibration while retaining the traditional asymmetric Hun bow design.
Yes. Various wood options, coloured laminations, intarsia decorations and engraved initials are available.
Both versions are available from 25 lbs to 65 lbs, making the Falcon suitable for a wide range of experienced archers.
The Falcon Asymmetric Laminated Hun Bow is a legendary laminated horse bow developed by Lajos Kassai for mounted archery, horseback archery and traditional archery. Designed for exceptional speed, featherlight handling and minimal vibration, the Falcon became world-famous after helping achieve a Guinness World Record in 24-hour mounted archery. Handcrafted with laminated ash wood construction, fiberglass reinforcement and an asymmetric Hun bow profile, it delivers remarkable arrow speed, precision and shooting dynamics. Whether you are searching for a Kassai bow, laminated Hun bow, Asiatic horse bow, premium horse bow, traditional horse bow, mounted archery bow or a high-performance asymmetric recurve bow, the Falcon remains one of the most iconic bows ever created for serious traditional archers and mounted archery professionals.
FALCON (SÓLYOM) - ASYMMETRIC LAMINATED HUN TRADITIONAL RECURVE BOW FROM LAJOS KASSAI
The recurve bow can take extraordinary loads but only at professional use. It is sensitive to overbending. It requires attention at stringing; the arms must be loaded evenly.
Product Brand: Kassai
Product Currency: EUR
Product Price: 499
Product In Stock: InStock
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