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Title: Back set
Post by: ARTHUR Nicholas on January 30, 2022, 09:28:58 AM

My question is how much back set is to much starting a 68" form and would like to get it  right  the first time. Thanks

Title: Re: Back set
Post by: Pat B on January 30, 2022, 09:49:56 AM

What style bow? I think that would make a difference.

Title: Re: Back set
Post by: ARTHUR Nicholas on January 30, 2022, 09:54:57 AM

68" flat back glass lam.

Title: Re: Back set
Post by: Buemaker on January 30, 2022, 03:57:19 PM

3/4 to 1 should be fine. I use 1 for 68 ntn. Out of the form and finished  tillering gives slightly less.

Title: Re: Back set
Post by: Longcruise on January 30, 2022, 05:14:04 PM

I have gone with three inches and had no problems.  Backset on longbows is a very personal preference feature.  It will increase the pre-load and allow a little more energy storage.  If this is a first,  I'd suggest about an inch give or take.