Re: Old Archery sayings

On Saturday, 8 June 2002 23:53:46 UTC+1, Ken Ness  wrote:
> I am trying to compile a list of sayings and expressions that are in common
> use today but have their roots in archery. This is for use as part of a
> display for a public Have-a-go our club is holding. Any (preferably) clean
> offerings would be appreciated.
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Ken Ness

I always understood that the saying was 'rule of thumb' and not 'thumbs up' indicating measuring the required height for the bow string.