Bowstring help me please

[FPNavySeal]

Who makes a good custom bow string and cable.


Anybody out there know how to make them,
I would like to learn how to make my own bowstring.
Does anybody know any good links , Thanks guys:shade:

[FPNavySeal]

I am just wandering if this is the right
area to ask this question,Does anybody on here know
how to make Bowstrings, and can you point me into the right direction.
\Thanks

[wblackfin]

There are several good string makers here on AT. Bucknasty is very popular.
http://www.archerytalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=439879&highlight=bucknasty+strings

As for making your own strings, I believe Deezlin sells string jigs here on AT. He could probably give you info on getting started.

[AzCharlie]

Try the search option is the best way on here, type in string making and read away. There is the arrow & string section which will be a better place to look.

[Spotshooter2]

Deezlin on here has an instructional video for making bowstrings

[Doc]

Deezlin here actually makes them and sells a jig so you can do it yourself. There are quite a few string makers around
Winner's Choice
Vapor Trails
Bucknasty
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Extreme1-->Ron Harmon

[nuts&bolts]

Who makes a good custom bow string and cable.


Anybody out there know how to make them,
I would like to learn how to make my own bowstring.
Does anybody know any good links , Thanks guys:shade:

Welcome to ArcheryTalk.

There are two things you need to make a great compound string.

First is a string jig.
There are several styles.

2-posts
3-posts
4-posts.

With a simple 2-post jig,
you will need a spreader so you have room to spin the serving tool.

You can buy a plastic spreader.

http://www.lancasterarchery.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=6825&osCsid=a163e58b86723377030280222126b4df

Put the spreader into place,
and then serve enough to make your first end loop.

Rotate the string bundle,
so that the serving is split in the middle,
so you have the same amount of serving on both sides
around the post.

Some folks offset it a little for a smoother transition.

Now, you can put on the end serving (serve both halves together).


Here is a nice step by step picture thread by AKDoug.
http://www.archerytalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=239063&referrerid=22477


The bungee cords makes a huge improvement in quality.

Practice with a cheap spool of Dacron B-50 string material.
Make say 25 strings with B-50,
and then you will get the hang of it.

Practice does make perfect.


Here is the famous picture thread by Stringmaker.
http://www.archerytalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=60235&referrerid=22477


Here's another by Stringmaker about constant twist rate.
http://www.archerytalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=455924&referrerid=22477




The second important part is to have a string stretching device.
You can make your own,
or you can buy one.

http://www.lancasterarchery.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=2197&osCsid=9b81ca9edcfbb03a1bac3e15bbb1b23d


Here is an excellent thread
about stretching to 300 lbs of tension,
and then twisting the string bundle (uniformly)
and then applying the servings.


Here is a picture of bdca's string jig stretching device (home made).
http://www.archerytalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=544667&referrerid=22477


The posts are commercial ones, made by Mike Jurassic.
http://www.lancasterarchery.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=7852&osCsid=dd3e0dac304da395f460e8783bedea1b

You purchase the unistrut from a home supply center
or an electrical supply house.