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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: yazoo on October 15, 2009, 09:18:26 pm

Title: kids bow layout
Post by: yazoo on October 15, 2009, 09:18:26 pm

I am looking to layout a 52in kids bow, what handle length and fades does every one use?

Title: Re: kids bow layout
Post by: Dano on October 15, 2009, 09:21:51 pm

The few kids bows I've done, I used a 3" handle and 1 1/2 fades, probably could go with a smaller handle depending on the child's age.

Title: Re: kids bow layout
Post by: Pappy on October 16, 2009, 05:27:45 am

I do about like Dano but with 1 inch fads. :)
   Pappy

Title: Re: kids bow layout
Post by: GregB on October 16, 2009, 07:35:46 am

You could probably get away with a roughed in 3/8" limb thickness or 7/16" if you want to really play it safe. I'm assuming you're working with osage...what kind of draw weight are you after?

Title: Re: kids bow layout
Post by: yazoo on October 16, 2009, 10:45:53 am

I am looking for 18 to 20in draw and 20 25 pound and yes it is osage ;D

Title: Re: kids bow layout
Post by: JW_Halverson on October 16, 2009, 06:23:01 pm

I have used 3 to 3 1/2 inch handles with 1 1/2 inch fadeouts for bows as short as 40 inches.  These were almost all hickory board bows. 

Title: Re: kids bow layout
Post by: Dano on October 16, 2009, 06:31:57 pm

"I am looking for 18 to 20in draw and 20 25 pound and yes it is osage" That draw weight oughta be good for a wide range of ages.