I guess I am into this all the way. I need to start repairing and re-fletching arrows. What do I need to buy?? I was going to buy a Bitzenberger left helical and left wing feathers. I have glue form my compound days but my fletching jig was a straight cheapy and it is worn out. Thanks Guys
Blitz is the best and as long as the feathers that are on your shafts are LW(if replacing one at a time) then a LH is the clamp.And fletchtite platinum is the glue.
Below is simple, expedient and works great for me:
BPE Pro Fletcher......(LW Model)..............................~$53.99
Fletch-Tite Platinum......(Feather Glue)...................~.$05.25
Bohning Feather Fletch Tape....................................~08.25
91% Isopropyl Alcohol
Utility Knife
Scissors
Note: My feathers are already worn out prior to testing the longevity of the tape.
I also like BPE.
Well It kinda depends on if there carbon or wood. I'm redoing a dozen carbons right now. Pretty simple setup. I have a Bohning fletching jig right wing. Right wing feathers is what my local archery shop carries. fletch tight platinum. A good sharp pocket knife and time. Make sure you get all the old glue off and then clean the shafts with denatured alcohol. Hoped this helps. Defiantly use a right or left wing jig. Really helps with accuracy.
I use multiple bitzs for carbon, aluminum and wood. I use Duco for wood super glue for carbon and aluminum...
BPE is a great fletcher, I have used the same one for close to 20 years
If I was just starting out, I think I would go right wing. For some reason, my right wing Bitz is easier to use than my left wing at least for me.
I've had a Bitzenburger since 1969. All I've ever used. Bohning glue, you'll be fine.
I Swear and Stand by Saunders NPV Fletching Cement!! I have used it on ALL the various types of Shafts, and have YET to Lose a Feather due to Bad Adhesion!! Even on Pass-Throughs!! Tell ya what, If you Buy it and dont like it, I will buy it back from ya!! Hows That for Confidence?? :thumbsup:
The Bitz is BEST Best on the Planet as well, and Your Grandchildrens' Grandchildren will be fletching Arrows with it!! You are off to a Fine and Fulfilling Hobby of Building Your Own Arrows!! :goldtooth: Congrats and Have Fun!!
to get the old glue off, nothing beats one of those stainless steel pot scrubers about four maybe six swipes with that a light rub with 400 grit sand paper clean it off with rubbing alcohol and you're good to go.