CM Wooden Bows
⚪ Last updated 2014⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #104 of 186 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
CM WOODEN BOWS
DESCRIPTION Metal is a very poor material to use to make a bow. Historically, bows have always been constructed with wood which is much more pliable and easy to use. This mod turns the metal bows in Skyrim into wooden bows with metal reinforcing which produces much more elegant, much more beautiful weapons.
VERSION 2 MAIN FILE
CM Wooden Bows - All-in-One: This is a compilation of all the replacer files including the Daedric, Dwarven, Ebony, Elven, Falmer, Glass, Orcish, Nordic, Stalhrim, and Auriel's Bow. DLC bows are supported, but DLCs are not required for this mod since unused textures in the bsa won't hurt anything.
Wooden bows AND multiple choice options removed to reduce the size and simplify the mod.
VERSION 2 iNSTALLATION
Extract CM Wooden Bows - All-in-One, place the files into your Skyrim Data folder, and activate the esp from your launcher window. Or install with your favorite mod manager.
VERSION 1 INSTALLATION
CMWB Replacer - All in One: Replaces all metal and wooden bows in the game.
1. Extract CMWB Replacer - All-in-One, place the files into your Skyrim Data folder and activate the esp from your launcher window. Or install with your favorite mod manager.
2. Conflicts: The replacer versions of this mod will conflict with any mods that replace the same items. By "same items" I mean any of the textures from the bows listed above, or the daedric bow mesh (I needed to remove the glow from the bottom of the daedric bow or else it would've looked strange against the wood...other than that, no other meshes were changed). There are no conflicts however with bows that are changed in the Creation Kit. In other words, if you have a mod that changes the stats on the bows, this mod won't conflict with it.
-Not really a bug but a notation: I haven't changed the forsworn bow because, in keeping with my need for uniformity, I would've ended up changing all the forsworn weapons to match (as I did with the nord hero weapons). Since I don't really like the forsworn weapons to begin with, I decided to hold off for now.
-Please report any bugs you find.
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CM Wooden Bows is a simple visual overhaul that replaces Skyrim's metal bows with wooden ones featuring metal reinforcements. It's a lightweight cosmetic mod with 1,187 endorsements and over 31,000 downloads, last updated in 2014. Ideal for players seeking a more rustic, traditional look for their archery gear.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with over 1,100 endorsements and 31k downloads.
- Gives bows a more grounded, medieval feel that fits Skyrim's aesthetic.
- Simple drop-in mod—no complex patches or dependencies.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2014—may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or DLC.
- Only affects bows, so other weapons remain unchanged.
- No screenshots or detailed description provided, so you're flying blind on the exact look.
For Skyrim players who want a more rustic, traditional look for their bows without overhauling the entire game. If you're a purist who prefers wooden bows over metal ones, this is a quick fix. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or a complete weapon retexture pack.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple mesh replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager—no load order worries.
- If you're using Skyrim Special Edition, check if the mod needs conversion, as it was made for the original 2011 release.
- Pair with a bow retexture mod for a cohesive look, since this only changes the model, not textures.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Cutthroat Mods
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 31,330
- Endorsements
- 1,187
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 1/11/2014
- Updated
- 1/11/2014
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