Custom string for Excalibur Review...

[Wyvern Creations]

Hi All:

I got in some strings from a gentleman named Boo (from another forum, does custom crossbow strings) and it finally stopped snowing enough for me to do some testing with them. One had the cat whiskers on it and I HAD to try that one first I used an Excal Phoenix and compared it to the factory string that comes with the bow. I tried both aluminum and carbon bolts just to see the diferance. Here are the results:

Stock String:

425gr aluminum bolt: 272fps 92.7 db
394gr carbon bolt: 277fps 90.3db

This of course shows that carbons are a bit faster, and quieter than aluminums and since the 305fps speed claim is made with 350gr bolts it is basicly inline with what we would expect from Excalibur.

DNK String:

425gr aluminum bolt: 276fps 90.5db
394gr carbon bolt: 278fps 84.9db

Not a huge gain in FPS, but WOW on the noise factor. NOW...here is the clincher...those cat whiskers will generaly slow down a bow, so once I am done having fun with that string I will try one without the whiskers and see what I clock then. Theoreticaly I will gain a few more FPS, but personaly the noise drop is a bigger factor. Also, let me state that having made flemish strings myself, Boo's work is top notch and obviously he takes great care and pride in his work. I also put on the string and let it set overnight to stretch it in. After quite a few shots and some playing around with it I noted that the string stretched aproximately the thickness of the string itself. Basicly it moved from one side of the top line on the rail to the other side of the top line on the rail. So much for having to twist up the string to adjust the brace height If anyone had any hesitation about purchasing stings from him, dont worry, you will be VERY happy!

Wyvern

[oldbhtrnewequip]

Any pointers will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks Dave

Pete

[willie]

He has sold a lot of strings on the Excalibur forum and every one sings their praises.

Top notch all the way.

I've got one coming my way soon..

[smokepolehall]

I have not tried the cat wisker string. I have been shooting Boo made strings since last spring. They 're the best i have shot, i have used stock Excal and the one BHSS sells in house. All mine have gotten over 450-500 shots prior to serving wear becoming a factor to change string.

[oldbhtrnewequip]

Originally Posted by willie

He has sold a lot of strings on the Excalibur forum and every one sings their praises.

Top notch all the way.

I've got one coming my way soon..

Excellent...thx!!

[docbaer]

Doe the boo have a website for seeing products and placing orders?

Gene Baer

[dnk]

Originally Posted by docbaer

Doe the boo have a website for seeing products and placing orders?

Gene Baer

http://www.excaliburcrossbow.com/php...ic.php?t=18801

[awshucks]

I did some chrony tests for him awhile back on different types and matls strings. There is far less differance in his Excel vs FFF than on factory ones. My Emax use to eat servings, I lost count on the shots I have on his one on it but it still looks like new.

I'm not sure of the rules on this forum, but here's his email addy for strings:
Flemishstrings@gmail.com I know it takes him over an hour to make one, it's more a hobby w/him than a money maker.

Brad, if that email is a no-no feel free to delete it.

[Lower forty boy]

I don't happen to have one but I haven't heard one bad experience from anyone using his strings and when it gets a little warmer out I will probably have a couple myself like my old fishing buddy used to say never tie just one fly always tie two.

[willie]

I just got my strings and cables from "Boo".

GREAT looking strings.

Well made..