Arcotype has recently released what they describe as the world's first self-rehairing bow. The bow's design allows students and teachers to easily rehair bows in approximately sixty seconds.

The company aims to offer an alternative to the cheaper bows that are often used in schools. These typically have the hair glued in, meaning the hair cannot be replaced. Students can purchase a more expensive bow, but then the rehairing process must be carried out by a trained luthier.

You can see how the bow works in the video below:

Even if the student is too young or doesn't feel able to carry out this process, it can be done swiftly by their teacher, eliminating the cost and effort of a trip to the luthier.

This system is also more sustainable than using cheap bows that have to be replaced regularly, helping slow the deforestation of Pernambuco and other precious woods.