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How long does a string last?

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Old 10-12-2007 | 11:22 PM
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Default How long does a string last?

How long will a bow string last? My dads bow is about 10-15 years old and he hasn't shot it in about 2 years. I has been sitting in its case in the garage. Do you guys think it is still safe to shoot? Anything we should look at before giving it a try? I know that it was waxed before he put it away at the end of the season the last time he used it.

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Old 10-13-2007 | 08:06 AM
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Default RE: How long does a string last?

If I was you I would take it to a shop and have it checked over before shooting it.


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Old 10-13-2007 | 11:51 AM
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Default RE: How long does a string last?

ORIGINAL: Ausie-guy

If I was you I would take it to a shop and have it checked over before shooting it.

Second that..

most stings are good for a long time if there taken care of if the bow has set with max poundage on the sting its probably junk and I would replace it also have the cam/wheel bushings and limbs checked and the limb mounts on the riser and don't forget the cables.
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