fletching jigs
01-01-2006, 11:52 AM
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fletching jigs
I'm interested in purchasing a fletching jig that could handle, wood, carbon and alunimun arrows for arecurve bow. What would be a good source of information forlearning about differant tools?Do you have any specific recomendations on anything that would help me get started in this area?
01-01-2006, 12:24 PM
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RE: fletching jigs
The best I've ever used is the Bitzenburger--you can fletch any arrow with it, and it's tough. I also like the BPE Pro--not quite as user friendly, but also a very good jig and cheaper than the Bitz. If you use fletching tape, you will only need one.
The Jo-Jan Multi-Fletcher works good on most arrows, but with wood they need to be very straight. Put only one arrow in first, until you get it adjusted correctly; else you will have 6 messed up fletches instead of one if you don't get it right the first time.
I don't like the Arizona E-Z fletch. It's been several years since I used one, so maybe they have improved.
Chad
The Jo-Jan Multi-Fletcher works good on most arrows, but with wood they need to be very straight. Put only one arrow in first, until you get it adjusted correctly; else you will have 6 messed up fletches instead of one if you don't get it right the first time.
I don't like the Arizona E-Z fletch. It's been several years since I used one, so maybe they have improved.
Chad
01-01-2006, 08:26 PM
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RE: fletching jigs
Lone Wolf Traditional Archery has the following:
Bitzenburger--$65
Jo-Jan Mono Fletcher--$38
Jo-Jan Multi Fletcher--$95
Greyling--$32
3 Rivers has them for a few dollars more, plus the following:
BPE Pro--$53.50
J-8 by Martin--$37.95
Fletch III Jig--$22.95
I'm no pro by any stretch, and I don't build arrows for the public, but over the years I figure I've fletched a few thousand at least. One thing I've learned is you are better off paying more for a good fletching jig vs. dealing with the aggravation after saving a few bucks.
Take care of it andthe Bitz. should last a lifetime.
Chad
Bitzenburger--$65
Jo-Jan Mono Fletcher--$38
Jo-Jan Multi Fletcher--$95
Greyling--$32
3 Rivers has them for a few dollars more, plus the following:
BPE Pro--$53.50
J-8 by Martin--$37.95
Fletch III Jig--$22.95
I'm no pro by any stretch, and I don't build arrows for the public, but over the years I figure I've fletched a few thousand at least. One thing I've learned is you are better off paying more for a good fletching jig vs. dealing with the aggravation after saving a few bucks.
Take care of it andthe Bitz. should last a lifetime.
Chad
