Flemish Strings--Explain This One To Me
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Boone & Crockett
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Flemish Strings--Explain This One To Me
I've posted the same thing on a few sites--maybe someone can answer?
Anyone that knows me knows I'm not exactly a stranger to flemish strings. I haven't kept an accurate count, but I know in the last few years I've averaged making at least 1,000 strings a year or more, mostly flemish.
Over the years, I've heard a blurb here and there about some bowyers that recommend against using a flemish string--some very strongly. However, I've yet to hear a reasonable explanation as to why--could someone fill me in?
Since he's no longer in the business of making bows, I'll mention one name--which happens to be the most recent I heard about--Jack Harrison. Does anyone know his reasoning, or what anyone else has said? Has anyone actually done any tests to prove anything?
Chad
Anyone that knows me knows I'm not exactly a stranger to flemish strings. I haven't kept an accurate count, but I know in the last few years I've averaged making at least 1,000 strings a year or more, mostly flemish.
Over the years, I've heard a blurb here and there about some bowyers that recommend against using a flemish string--some very strongly. However, I've yet to hear a reasonable explanation as to why--could someone fill me in?
Since he's no longer in the business of making bows, I'll mention one name--which happens to be the most recent I heard about--Jack Harrison. Does anyone know his reasoning, or what anyone else has said? Has anyone actually done any tests to prove anything?
Chad
#2
Does anyone know his reasoning, or what anyone else has said? Has anyone actually done any tests to prove anything?
I have heard about some guys using endless strings but no real reasoning as to why, maybe the endless takes less time to make.
As far as testing goes I have not heard of anyone doing and tests.
As far as I am concerned every bow I make will come with a Flemish string.
#3
Not sure why anyone would be against using a flemish string. Personally, I've never seen much of a difference between comparable flemish and endless loop strings through the chrono. I use mainly endless loop simply because I find I'm more consistant in length from string to string and I can spin one out pretty quick.
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Boone & Crockett
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I've posted the same question on a few sites. I've recieved some "information" from Jack Harrison's book and the paperwork he sent out with his bows (you actually void the warranty on his bows if you use a flemish OR any type of dacron string!), and he says he's done tests (a difference of 8-10 fps according to him), but that's all so far.
A side question--anyone ever heard of B-60?
A side question--anyone ever heard of B-60?
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Dominant Buck
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Ive been making flemish and endless loop. I have also heard some say they do not like flemish strings, but it is usually due to the weight. With glass bows, most guys like to use a fast string. That is the only reason I can think of being an issue. Acutally, a flemish string, with a heavy material is better for you bow, due to its extra intertia. Not as violent on the limbs. As for problems caused by a flemish string, I have never heard one. I actually shoot flemish strings on every bow I have right now.
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Nontypical Buck
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The only disadvantages I'm aware of are-
Take longer to make
They weigh more/slower arrow speed
Tend to stretch more which also contributes to less speed
The wax tends to cause the string to stick to the limbs some (recurves) which makes a little noise as it pulls away that might spook a critter as you draw.
Take longer to make
They weigh more/slower arrow speed
Tend to stretch more which also contributes to less speed
The wax tends to cause the string to stick to the limbs some (recurves) which makes a little noise as it pulls away that might spook a critter as you draw.
#10
I've posted the same question on a few sites. I've recieved some "information" from Jack Harrison's book and the paperwork he sent out with his bows (you actually void the warranty on his bows if you use a flemish OR any type of dacron string!), and he says he's done tests (a difference of 8-10 fps according to him), but that's all so far.
A side question--anyone ever heard of B-60?
A side question--anyone ever heard of B-60?