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Title: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: nightowl1 on September 07, 2011, 11:10:00 AM
I have to do a lot of sanding to get my GT nocks to fit. Is there a brand that has a wider fit?
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Gordon Jabben on September 07, 2011, 12:34:00 PM
I use 18 strand B-50 and have always used Mercury speed nocks.
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Spectre on September 07, 2011, 12:40:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Gordon Jabben:
I use 18 strand B-50 and have always used Mercury speed nocks.
What he said, or nirk nocks.
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Javi on September 07, 2011, 12:41:00 PM
sounds like someone used too big a serving diameter.. happens.. where you at in Texas.. maybe I can fix it for you if it ain't too far
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Gordon Jabben on September 07, 2011, 12:42:00 PM
Sorry, I am using wood shafts.
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: nightowl1 on September 07, 2011, 01:14:00 PM
Javi- I live in Franklin, Texas, about an hour away.

I had a friend show me how to make strings with some B50. My bow is ff capable but We made two strings and I hate to see them go to waste, plus, I need to shoot some more, but I think I prefer the sound and feel of B50 on this bow.
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: mrjsl on September 07, 2011, 01:17:00 PM
16 strand B50 and Crown .018 serving is a perfect fit for Bohning Signature nocks.
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Javi on September 07, 2011, 01:21:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by nightowl1:
Javi- I live in Franklin, Texas, about an hour away.

I had a friend show me how to make strings with some B50. My bow is ff capable but We made two strings and I hate to see them go to waste, plus, I need to shoot some more, but I think I prefer the sound and feel of B50 on this bow.
Well if you want to run over here I've got the correct size serving material and jig... I'll watch while you do it or I'll reserve it for you.. I'll pm my number and you can call me any evening after 4pm so we can figure a good time to do this..
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Drakho on September 07, 2011, 01:23:00 PM
20 strands B50 and self nock... the perfect fit  :D
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Shawn Leonard on September 07, 2011, 04:12:00 PM
Why so many strands, 12 strands of B-50 will handle 60 plus pounds. I know guys say you need more but I shot 65-70 pound bows with B-50 and never had one break. Shawn
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Killdeer on September 07, 2011, 05:29:00 PM
I put nock adapters in my Gold Tips, and glue Mercury nocks onto them.

Killdeer
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: William F. Adams on September 07, 2011, 06:54:00 PM
Easton Super 3D Nocks are larger than Bohning Super Nocks.
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Drakho on September 13, 2011, 09:02:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Shawn Leonard:
Why so many strands, 12 strands of B-50 will handle 60 plus pounds. I know guys say you need more but I shot 65-70 pound bows with B-50 and never had one break. Shawn
It makes my bow quieter and reduces the hand shock.
(that and quite heavy arrows)
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: LBR on September 13, 2011, 11:39:00 AM
BCY offers Halo as small as .014--depending on the strand count in your string, that might work.  

Chad
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: dragonheart on September 13, 2011, 11:45:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Drakho:
 
QuoteOriginally posted by Shawn Leonard:
Why so many strands, 12 strands of B-50 will handle 60 plus pounds. I know guys say you need more but I shot 65-70 pound bows with B-50 and never had one break. Shawn
It makes my bow quieter and reduces the hand shock.
(that and quite heavy arrows) [/b]
I am shooting about 69 pounds with 18 strand, no silencers on string.  More strands and you can drop the sliencers. One less thing.  Shooint #4 serving nylon and 5/16 Classic nocks.
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: acolobowhunter on September 15, 2011, 11:52:00 AM
I shoot 70# with B50 and only 16 strands.  Have done this for 35 years with no problem.  Size down the serving as mentioned above.  I shot GT nocks without any problems.
Title: Re: Nocks with the widest fit... for big B50 strings
Post by: Javi on September 15, 2011, 01:01:00 PM
I guess he got it fixed, cause he never showed up on my doorstep..  :D