Abstract: A bow string holder for use in archery having a grip member positionable in the palm of an archer's hand with a pivotable string retaining member which is adapted to directly or indirectly grip a bow string. The grip has a latch device latching the pivotable member in a bow string restraining position and a thumb actuated trigger for release of the latch. The latch device is in a housing separate from the grip member and receivable in a slot in one side of the grip member. The latch device has a latch that engages the end of the lever that holds the bow string or the bow string holding member when the latch device is being pulled to a cocked position. When the latch is actuated by a trigger the lever is permitted to pivot and release the bow string or the bow string holding member.

Abstract: A transport holster for archery bows includes a holster member having loops for attachment to an archer's belt, the holster member supporting a female interlock member which cooperates with a male interlock member attached to a bow at the balance point of the bow to removably attach the bow to the holster member. The interlock members are angled such as to direct the bow string inwardly towards the user's body.