Bow judging will be accomplished by three (3) judges and will be divided into two (2) rounds-- evaluation and medal. In the evaluation round, each bow will be evaluated by each judge independently and without discussion with the other judges.

Bow evaluation will consist of six categories, totaling 100 points.

Category	Points	Evaluation
Stick	15	Includes planing, facets, diameters and taper, camber, mortise (frog), and straightness.
Head	8	Includes elegance and precision of work, proportions, and mortise (tip).
Frog and Button	15	Includes proportions, finish, elegance, precision of work, fit of frog to stick and alignment with head, and fit of button.
Playing Function	14	Includes integration of camber, dimensions, height of head and frog, balance, and selection of wood.
Finishing	8	Includes finish, hair, and grip.
Overall Impression	40	Includes originality, choice of materials, elegance and overall consistency of style from frog to head, and artistry.

Bows that proceed to the medal round will receive at least a Certificate of Merit. During the medal round, the Certificate-of-Merit bows from the evaluation round will be reviewed by all judges working together. Bows which receive a unanimous vote as showing superior workmanship will be designated Gold Medal winners.

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