Is this as simple as it seems? Super glue, blazers, inserts, nocks, shafts. Anything else I need? Measurements I need to know? I like the idea of making my own arrows and would appreciate some advice or expertise from you guys that have been doing it for awhile.
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Bitzenburg fletching jig.
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Also, if you are installing your own inserts..... Be sure they are put in properly (as per directions).Originally posted by DrenalinJunkie View PostComment
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Super easy, just watch some vids on Youtube. Everyone has their preference on type and brand of jigs. Whats important is what YOU like and can afford. Take some old arrows and start practicing with them first till ya get you hand on it. Get you shaft pre cut if you dont have your owm arrow saw so that you know they are "square" when ya put in the inserts. You 'll need some insert glue and a bench type torch. It doesnt take much glue stick and remove excess before it fully cools and it will be easier.
Lastly I would suggest using arrow wraps as scraping off vanes after a couple times damages the shafts and vanes wont stick on properly anymore. Plus life is just to short to shoot ugly arrows
Have fun with it. It can become addicting!
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The man just plain speaks the truth...Originally posted by SanAngeloBowman View PostSuper easy, just watch some vids on Youtube. Everyone has their preference on type and brand of jigs. Whats important is what YOU like and can afford. Take some old arrows and start practicing with them first till ya get you hand on it. Get you shaft pre cut if you dont have your owm arrow saw so that you know they are "square" when ya put in the inserts. You 'll need some insert glue and a bench type torch. It doesnt take much glue stick and remove excess before it fully cools and it will be easier.
Lastly I would suggest using arrow wraps as scraping off vanes after a couple times damages the shafts and vanes wont stick on properly anymore. Plus life is just to short to shoot ugly arrows Have fun with it. It can become addicting!
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Ya I need to order some from ya bud. I just havent decided what I want on'em yetOriginally posted by Cameron View PostThe man just plain speaks the truth...
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Yep, so easy a caveman could do it! The inserts and nocks should come with your shafts so get ya some cool wraps, glue of your choice and a jig and you're good to go. If you order online you usually can get the shafts cut to length for an additional fee if you don't have a saw. If you buy from a dealer they'll cut 'em for ya.Comment
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That's my problem too...I finally had to just pull the trigger. I design litterally every set so I get to see all of the cool things that people want...that is cool and all but when it comes to picking some of my own I find myself in a tough spot.Originally posted by SanAngeloBowman View PostYa I need to order some from ya bud. I just havent decided what I want on'em yet
I can do anything, so just let me know!Comment
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Will do....I was seriouly just thinking about it last night.Comment
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Yep, real simple, time consuming, but simple. I enjoy the heck out of fletching arrows, it's my relaxation time. I get my shafts at Cabelas and have them cut there. The install the inserts as well, then I just come home and fletch them up. I like wraps because they preserve the arrows through multiple fletchings, but on the other hand, I can't replace just one vane like I used to, but who cares, vanes are cheap.Comment
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TIP: alot of 3d target guys cut 6" wraps in half so ya get 24 wraps out of each package and keeps cost down plus shorter wraps seem to be a thing right now with a bunch of guys Ive seen lately. Thats assuming you are shooting Blazers, etc.Comment
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*Cough* Shut up *Cough*Originally posted by SanAngeloBowman View Post
Na, in all seriousness that is a pretty good idea. However if that's what you want just let me know and I will cut them for you...much more precise.Comment
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LOL! ya I thought about that after I posted. Dont worry yours are still the BEST looking, so everyone buy wraps from Cameron
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It's cool, I've acctually done that in the past. It doesn't make a difference to me, I get charged by the amount of vinyl I use, not how many times I cut it.Comment
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so what exactly is the jig used for?Comment
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