Would any of the tradgang bowyers be willing to do a build along or how to on skinning a bow? I would like to see a pic heavy one that covers all aspects of doing a skinning job correctly. Thank you and I do hope someone will be willing to do it.
Regards,
Rick
did you search the how-to's.. there has been a few threads on skinning bows.
Here you go
http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=000062#000000
The only thing I do different, is I don't use super-glue over the skins. I apply 5 coats of Tru-Oil (lightly steel wooling between coats), then spray a couple light coats of Krylon Matte Finish (this stuff is great!) to cut the finish.
I used super glue on the first set I done and never again. I use tru oil or poly.
I followed the build along above and still do it that way. Just put some copperheads on a selfbow last night
Allen,
Thank you for the heads-up and also wish to thank the others that replied. I'm going to try it on a 71 Super K that needs to be refinished. Thank you again.
Regards,
Rick
I do the same as Allen, except I finish up with helmsman spar urethane. Got my skins from Mike Yancey at Pinehollow Longbows (sponser). He can help you if you have any questions. Great guy to deal with.
http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=104823;p=1
Let us know how it comes out!!