This post is written from the perspective of a right-eye dominant person. (Draws the bowstring with the right hand.)
| Western style | Eastern Style | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrow position | On the left side of the bow | On the right side of the bow |
| Fingers used to draw | Index, middle and ring finger | Thumb and index finger |
| Advantages | Allows higher draw force | Allows to draw/shoot quicker |
| Typical bow | English Longbow | Asiatic Recurves |