Takedowns

[snitkerb]

#2619

I know I have seen topics for this before, but I didnt see anything on the actual components for a takedown. Im interested in making a takedown longbow, traditional selfbow, and am having trouble finding where to get them. I have seen/used the metal sleeves that can be purchased, but I am looking for something else. Not the 3 piece, but rather one that would splice at the handle and when assembled not be noticeable that it can break apart. Any advice on where to look?

[David Petersen]

#11275

Ben — It’s called the Bow Bolt. http://www.raptorarchery.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=206

First-rate, used by many top bow makers, like Shrew for example. It is not inexpensive at just under $100 but has a great rep. Unless you’re building a recurve with a deeply indented grip, I really like the sleeves, at precisely half the price. I’ve made several bows with them and never had one fail (how could it)? What I did find is an overly tight fit between brass insert and steel insert sleeve, and always had to do some sanding and polishing to get them where they could be pulled apart without a winch (or a wench). If you don’t like the sleeves because they’re too fat, maybe you have the large size, or the oval. Try the smaller D version, which I found perfect for straight-handled longbows. Kustom King has a couple more designs you might check out.

[William Warren]

#11670

Here is the thread that mentioned the bow bolts

https://www.tradbow.com/members/cfmbb/messages.cfm?messageid=FB7B16FA-1422-1DE9-EDB681E494BBDEC5#FB7B16FA-1422-1DE9-EDB681E494BBDEC5

[Stephen Graf]

#12279

do a google search for “big jim’s archery” in alabama. He sells a kit to make a 2 piece grip using carbon and fiberglass wrap. he also has a series of 8 or 9 how-to videos showing the process.

[snitkerb]

#13091

The carbon/fiberglass wrap looks a bit over my head and I’m a little hesitant to go a route I would not be comfortable with. I really like the bow bolt, although was not aware the price. I was looking for something on the more eco friendly side. More likely will be going with the sleeve components for the time being.

[stalkin4elk]

#13999

KustomKing > bowbuilding >takedown kits

I have a connexion that is very solid but not as hidden or streamlined like the BIGJIM style. Get a system that requires no hardware.

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