The takedown cant be any harder than the one piece recurve. It is really hard without using the air hose clamping method. I used C clamps and inner tube clamps. worked great except on the recurves and the bends on the riser where it wasnt enough pressure. I think Im going to try a takedown recurve or takedown reflex deflex after I finish my all bamboo bow that I'm starting in a couple weeks. I am also probably going to need to use the air hose for clamping. good luck