Olivier Grieb
Arc factor
La Sarraz

« Anxious to preserve tradition, I like precise work, working with precious woods and giving shape to arches, which connects me to the very nature of the craftsmanship. »

Olivier Grieb is a bow maker in La Sarraz. In 1999, he trained in bow making with Jean-Marie Coche and then founded his own workshop in order to perfect his knowledge of bow construction and creation as an autodidact. His solid experience has allowed him to acquire his own identity as a bow maker.

« When I create, I feel imbued with this primitive force of simple gestures. I like to give “a second life” to wood, which was a tree before manufacturing. »

Located in the former "Filature" factory in La Sarraz, Olivier Grieb’s workshop is known for its mastery of the modern technique of glued laminated wood. It offers a wide variety of bow models with different curvatures tailored to the needs of the archer. Appreciating the discipline of shooting in the forest, on courses or in clubs, he organizes courses and training courses during which he teaches instinctive archery.

Connections

2018 RTS - The 3 monkeys, Olivier, Sioux at heart...

2017 24hours - The man who breathes soul into his bows

2017 RTS - Pass me the binoculars, Bow and arrows

2016 RTS - Local Colors

2011 RTS - Local Colors