I am new here, I am trying to find out where I can get a set of plans or someone e-mail me the directions on how to build a STRING JIG. I would like to learn to build my own strings for my 60 inch recurves.....I would appreciate any and all the help I can get....Thanks in advance...jebb45
Check out the "How To" section,there is alot of instructions on making things and helping out.
Endless loop Jig
http://www.tradgang.com/endless/
Flemish string jig
http://www.tradgang.com/stuff_bin/stringjig.jpg
i'm working a new, super simple one arm endless string jig and will provide a pictorial on the build, along with spinning an endless string.
I'm betting Rob's tutorial will be great.
Lots of plans for flemish jigs on the 'net--be sure to pick one that goes by ACTUAL STRING LENGTH--lots go by bow length, and that is always hit or miss.
If you aren't mechanically inclined (I'm sure not), BCY has a nice little set-up for endless strings that doesn't cost nearly as much as the "Dream Machine" jig (that's what I have--it's a great jig, but expensive). They have the uprights without the uni-strut bar that you can clamp to your work table--not quite as fast or convenient, but lots cheaper. If you need info on that one, just holler.
Chad
Chad,
That's what I use, the Yellowstone micro stretcher and the mini armature. Lot cheaper than the Dream Machine, but does just as good a job.
In fact it's easy enough to build good stings with just the micro stretcher and a spreader. The mini armature makes it easier, but it's not necessary. It's much better to spend money on a good serving tool.