Table of Contents
- 1 How do you determine the length of a bow string?
- 2 What is Amo bow string length?
- 3 What size bow do I need?
- 4 How long should the string be on a 62 inch recurve bow?
- 5 How long can you leave a compound bow strung?
- 6 How often should I wax my bow string?
- 7 How big is a Jennings rackmaster compound bow?
- 8 When was the first Jennings compound bow made?
How do you determine the length of a bow string?
Measure its length from string groove to string groove. Once you know the bow’s length, you can determine your bowstring’s length. If you shoot a recurve, your bowstring is usually 4 inches shorter than the bow’s length. If you shoot a longbow, the bowstring is 3 inches shorter.
What is Amo bow string length?
AMO bow length is the length of the string plus 3 inches. So a 66 inch AMO bow is supposed to take a 63 inch string. But, some people sell strings by “AMO” length rather than actual length, so your AMO 66 inch bow takes an AMO 66 inch string (actual length 63 inches).
How long is a bow string good for?
about three years
Properly maintained bowstrings can last about three years, but should then be replaced. The bowstring should also be replaced if it has frays or a broken strand. If you’re unsure whether to replace your bowstring, visit an archery store for assistance.
What size bow do I need?
The Perfect Bow – How To Find The Right Size?
| Draw Length (Inches) | Bow Length (Inches) |
|---|---|
| 24-26 | 64-66 |
| 26-28 | 66-68 |
| 28-30 | 68-70 |
| 30+ | 70-72 |
How long should the string be on a 62 inch recurve bow?
AMO specs state that a recurve or longbow should be braced properly with a bowstring that’s 3” shorter (under 100lbs of tension) than the AMO length of that bow. Most traditional bows will be labeled around the grip area with the AMO length.
How many strands should my bow string have?
The most commonly used number of strands is 12 strand B50 string , which provides a balance between size, weight, strength, and nock fit. Bigger 14 strand B50 strings are mostly used on heavier bows as well as where the extra weight of the bowstring acts as a slight damper to make shooting more consistent.
How long can you leave a compound bow strung?
Modern recurve and longbows made from synthetic materials can be left strung for up to 3 weeks, but should be unstrung for long-term storage. Compound bows can be left strung indefinitely.
How often should I wax my bow string?
every two to three weeks
A properly-waxed bowstring has a smooth, slightly tacky feel. If the string feels dry, or starts to exhibit discoloration or fuzz out, it’s time to wax it again. Most top archers wax their strings every two to three weeks, plus before competition if the forecast is for rain.
How many inches do you need for a bow?
You will see the length of them range from 48 inches to 72 inches….The Perfect Bow – How To Find The Right Size?
| Draw Length (Inches) | Bow Length (Inches) |
|---|---|
| 24-26 | 64-66 |
| 26-28 | 66-68 |
| 28-30 | 68-70 |
| 30+ | 70-72 |
How big is a Jennings rackmaster compound bow?
This is a Jennings Rackmaster Compound Bow. It is right-handed. And has a draw length of 28 inches. It has a draw weight of 60lbs. It comes with a Tru more Glo sight, X-Ring Hydraulic stabilizer, Bohning Company quiver, and everything else shown in the pictures.
When was the first Jennings compound bow made?
You are bidding on a very rare. Original first year (notice s-hooks on the string) Jennings”Bow of the Future” compound bow. This is a real piece of archery history, and is one of the first compound bows made in the early 1970’s.
What are the model numbers of a bear bow?
OEM STRING & CABLE CHART Bow Model Year Item Numbers Brand Cable Apocalypse 2018 AC82A2A2175 Karnage 19 5/8 Apprentice 2010-2011 A08515275R Bear 28 1/2 Apprentice 2 2012- A28515276R BEAR 28 3/16 Apprentice 3 2014-2015 A4AP21005R Bear 28 1/2