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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: ozy clint on October 17, 2012, 04:26:01 am

Title: rawhide bowstrings loops?
Post by: ozy clint on October 17, 2012, 04:26:01 am

i'm in the process of making a 2ply rawhide string. just wondering what is the best method for forming a loop on either end. i want to have a loop at one end and a timber hitch on the other.
any links to a demo would be great. been searching but can't seem to find it.

Title: Re: rawhide bowstrings loops?
Post by: mikekeswick on October 17, 2012, 05:21:03 am

Just reverse twist a loop. If you are going to use a knot then make that section of the string thicker to combat wear.

Title: Re: rawhide bowstrings loops?
Post by: ozy clint on October 17, 2012, 07:43:26 am

do you mean like you would a flemish string?

Title: Re: rawhide bowstrings loops?
Post by: adb on October 17, 2012, 11:31:56 am

Yes, exactly. Then just twist the other end (without making a loop) for your timber hitch.