Arm Guard ★

: In athletic contexts (like compression sleeves), they can support muscles and joints to prevent overextension. Common Materials

: Protects the skin from the high-tension impact of the bowstring and the friction of fletching (arrow feathers) passing by. arm guard

: Provides a smooth, flat surface for the string to graze, ensuring that minor contact doesn't result in a "stray shot". : In athletic contexts (like compression sleeves), they

In archery and historical combat, an arm guard—also widely known as a —is a protective sheath worn on the inside of the bow-holding arm. Its primary purpose is to protect the forearm from "string slap," which occurs when the bowstring strikes the arm upon release, potentially causing bruising or "string burn". Key Functions and Benefits arm guard