Inside a Jordanian bow manufacturer's workshop - in pictures

Osamah Al Khudirat hones his craft in a studio in Amman

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  Osamah Al Khudirat makes a bow in Amman, Jordan. All photos: Reuters

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  Mr Al Khudirat sands the wood.

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  The measurements are precise to ensure the bow fires accurately.

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  Mr Al Khudirat at work.

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  A Jordanian bow manufacturer, Osamah al-Khudirat, tests a bow and arrow in Amman, Jordan February 28, 2022. Picture taken February 28, 2022. REUTERS / Jehad Shelbak

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  Mr Al Khudirat hits a target with a bow.

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