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Main Boards => The Bowyer's Bench => Topic started by: J. R. Harp on September 13, 2015, 05:23:00 PM
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Have a couple of questions, Is there a difference in Gordon Composites glass and Bearpaws? Any preference on which to use? Also is it better to make a form using the clamps to apply pressure or the air hose method? Which is better in the long run? Thanks in advance to any responses.
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I'm not sure about the fiberglass all I have ever used is Gordon's, but about the form I prefer the air hose method because clamps can get loose while in the hot box and I tried the rubber bands before and most of them popped in the hot box and ruined that bow.
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I have only used Gordon's glass. Never tried the clamp method but, have used the rubber band method with good success. I would suggest you go the air hose method because you will want to give it a try sooner or later, overall I truly think it is the best method. I now only use the rubber band method when trying out a new bow design, it allows me to build the bow without building the upper half of the form.
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Gordon's glass and air hose
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I tried Bearpaw couple years ago, not for very long I might add! I go with the air hose method too.
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I use Gordon's glass, but not the clear. I use a rubber band form but not a bow oven. I'm not in that big of a hurry. I let Florida heat do its thing.