Better Shaped Longbows
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 8.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #2 of 171 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Introduction
I don't know why i'm even bothering to write a bloody introduction, this is ridiculously straightforward. Right, Skyrim's wooden bows look like a big, thick stick. Imagine having one of them and trying to bend it. Looks like it's impossible, isn't it?
Well, no more. This is a very simple mesh replacer that makes normal longbows look thinner and more realistic - like flatbows.
The rendered images show an orthographic projection of the bow so you can see the exact shape, compared to the vanilla mesh. The screenshots show what it looks like in game.
Compatibility
Virtually compatible with everything. Requires no ESP, and will be compatible with any texture replacers for the stock Longbow. Will NOT be compatible if something already exists for meshes/weapons/wooden/woodenbow.nif
Installation
Manual installation
Drop into your Skyrim data folder. Automatic Installation
Install with NMM/MO as normal.
Credits
ArtisanX for his bow import/export for 3DSMax Tutorial This guy right here on Youtube
Better Shaped Longbows is a simple mesh replacement that makes the starting wooden longbow thinner and more realistic. It's a lightweight cosmetic fix for players who want a more authentic look without changing gameplay. With 881 endorsements and over 10,000 downloads, it's a well-received mod from 2016.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 881 endorsements and over 10,000 downloads.
- Does exactly what it says—makes the longbow look better without altering stats.
- Small file size, so it won't impact performance.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016—may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
- Only affects the starting wooden longbow, not other bows.
- No screenshots or detailed instructions provided by the author.
For players who care about visual authenticity and want a more realistic starting bow. If you're a purist who dislikes the bulky default look, this is a quick fix. Skip if you want new bow models or gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mesh file in the correct folder (usually Data/Meshes) to replace the default.
- Make sure to back up the original mesh if you want to revert.
- Check if the mod is compatible with your game version, as it's from 2016.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Sessine
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 10,012
- Endorsements
- 881
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 1/5/2016
- Updated
- 1/5/2016
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