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Helpful Hints for the Novice Bow Builder
- My catalog pictures different bow designs which can be made from available instructional information and materials. These include a 58" & 60" Recurve, Take-Down Recurve, 68" Longbow (three limb designs), Take-Down Longbow (two bow designs)and a Youth Longbow and Youth Take-Down Recurve. It is suggested that you order the necessary video and instruction material and full-size blueprints first, to help you become familiar with laminating procedures, bow press construction, and equipment necessary for the construction and finishing process, etc. The step-by-step how-to video and instruction material and full-size blueprints are sold separately for each style of bow or can be purchased in a set to help you better understand the different bows and bow designs.
- Laminating press kits are available, supplying the necessary parts (except wood, which would be available at local lumber yards) to build molds for laminating the beautiful shapes found in my bows. Information is included for using the air pressure method, which has proven to be very efficient.
- The following are recommended for the first time bowyer. Detailed descriptions of products specifically for the bow you wish to build are found in the Bingham Projects, Inc. catalog.
a. Instructional materials, blueprints & video, Laminating Press Kit, Thermostat Control, Limb Lamination Kit, Riser, Bow Strings, Arrow Rest, Epoxy Glue, Bow Tip Overlays, Filament Tape and High Temperature Masking Tape.
b. Bow finish: Suggested finishes include catalyzed varnish, polyurethane, epoxy finishes, rub-on oil finishes, wax finishes or camo sprays. Lacquer-type finishes are not recommended because they do not stretch and may crack when the limbs flex. Contact your local paint dealer for finishing supplies. - Study the procedures and information carefully. If you have any questions about venturing into bow making, please contact me or my staff. We are most anxious to be of help.
PLEASE NOTE: When choosing your first bow, it is best not to start with a heavy draw weight. Too often a draw weight is chosen that is difficult to draw and you end up with a bow that is not comfortable to shoot. I suggest a weight from 40# to 50# which is legal for most game while giving the shooter comfort and enjoyment during shooting. As you gain experience, you can then build a bow with increased draw weight if you wish.
Yours for Better Shooting,
Elmont L. Bingham
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