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Title: Thinning a snake skin
Post by: Andy Cooper on March 13, 2012, 10:41:00 PM
I have a really nice boa skin I want to use on the back of some bows. It is 2-3 times thicker than a diamondback skin. What is the best way to thin it down a bit so it doesn't slow the bows? Thanks!
Title: Re: Thinning a snake skin
Post by: Guru on March 14, 2012, 07:51:00 AM
If it's for a selfbow, then I would leave it thick. But for a laminated bow probably the best way is to dry it, then carefully sand it thinner...a lot of work!!
Title: Re: Thinning a snake skin
Post by: Andy Cooper on March 14, 2012, 09:38:00 AM
Thanks, Curt. It's for a laminated TD bow, so the pieces will be relatively short. It is already dry...just needs less bulk to it.