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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: vinemaplebows on March 26, 2014, 02:21:30 am

Title: Clamping multilam bows
Post by: vinemaplebows on March 26, 2014, 02:21:30 am

I thought this was interesting, especially the way (so simple) he glues the blocks to a flexable strip. I personally have never done this, but I may try it. Heck maybe everyone does this, but I never have. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4O7PsdlwWc


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Title: Re: Clamping multilam bows
Post by: JG on April 01, 2014, 03:06:44 am

Interesting technique, im not shue how to use it on bows.  :o

JG

Title: Re: Clamping multilam bows
Post by: Blaflair2 on April 01, 2014, 09:38:25 am

I believe he was talking about using the clamping method on bows. As a pressure strip of sorts.

Title: Re: Clamping multilam bows
Post by: toomanyknots on April 01, 2014, 12:20:51 pm

That would be great for truing up forms for clamping bows. Although I really just need to fork out the cash for a spindle sander...

Title: Re: Clamping multilam bows
Post by: vinemaplebows on April 01, 2014, 12:45:56 pm

Quote from: Blaflair2 on April 01, 2014, 09:38:25 am

I believe he was talking about using the clamping method on bows. As a pressure strip of sorts.

Correct.

Title: Re: Clamping multilam bows
Post by: Wooden Spring on April 01, 2014, 05:02:20 pm

Below is how I usually do my glue ups... I've got a straight 2x8 that I put into my vise with a series of evenly spaced 2" diameter holes for the clamps. On top of that I mount one of several interchangeable 2x4 arcs depending on what length of bow and what bend I want to use. In this case, it keeps the 12" handle area perfectly straight, and then bends 2" away from the back for the length of the bow limbs. Then titebond 3 and (9) "F" type clamps. Done. No rubber bands to smack me in the face, and no fortune spent in excessive clamps.

Oh, yeah, duct tape is placed over the mold to keep the bow from sticking. Works much easier and better than plastic wrap!