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Title: Recommendations for string maker
Post by: DaveT1963 on September 10, 2013, 10:11:00 AM
Looking for someone that will build me some strings for a couple recurves and longbows - I would like to experiment wiht skinny strings but dont want to get too crazy with it.  I also would like the serving built up to fit GT nocks.  Any recommendations for someone that makes high quality strings appreciated.
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Post by: olderndirt on September 10, 2013, 10:33:00 AM
Pierre Lucas ... SBD strings makes the best I've used.
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Post by: billy shipp on September 10, 2013, 10:56:00 AM
A.S.......Allan Shafer.....find him on the sponsors list under Leftiesrus
Title: Re: Recommendations for string maker
Post by: nineworlds9 on September 10, 2013, 11:02:00 AM
Both of the above mentioned makers will make you a great string.  Pierre makes a great string.

A.S./Allen's customer service and turn around  is second to none, he's become my go-to.  Lefties has my vote.

There are several others like Champion custom bowstrings and Oliver Stacy that are highly regarded.
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Post by: elkken on September 10, 2013, 11:03:00 AM
Allan Shafer ,,, great guy, great strings    :thumbsup:
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Post by: Bladepeek on September 10, 2013, 11:06:00 AM
I've used Oliver Stacy and SBD strings and both are top notch. Just got two from Josh (Oliver Stacy) and they were exactly what I ordered. Lots of color combinations and string material options. The strings from both makers always fit the nock I ask for.
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Post by: jlowrey75 on September 10, 2013, 11:08:00 AM
SBD, no doubt.
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Post by: Ringneck on September 10, 2013, 12:10:00 PM
Allen Shafer makes all my strings   :thumbsup:
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Post by: Shawn Leonard on September 10, 2013, 01:32:00 PM
Oliverstacey(Josh Sowerby) is The best I have ever Used and I have tried a lot of folks! Shawn
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Post by: Moots on September 10, 2013, 02:08:00 PM
I like Oliverstacey's (Josh Sowerby)strings the best.
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Post by: subsonic on September 10, 2013, 07:55:00 PM
A.S.  Great Strings!
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Post by: jcrafferty on September 10, 2013, 08:20:00 PM
I have to go with Alan (A.S.) also. Great strings and fantastic service
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Post by: lilbobby on September 10, 2013, 10:29:00 PM
X2 SBD!
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Post by: cisco 2 on September 11, 2013, 09:25:00 AM
Allen Shafer (Lefties R Us)
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Post by: bigbadjon on September 11, 2013, 01:29:00 PM
Champion Custom endless is my go to.
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Post by: maxwell on September 11, 2013, 09:27:00 PM
Allen at lefties r us just great strings with moveable nocks, hard to beat.
Title: Re: Recommendations for string maker
Post by: cuboodle on September 11, 2013, 10:57:00 PM
My recommendation is YOU.  For about a 40 dollar start up fee considering you take advantage of the many free string jig plans you could make your own. I did and it sure is easy once you get the nack for it I haven't bought a sting in over 10 years.   Try it, once you get it its like tying your shoe laces.
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Post by: Huntingnut on September 11, 2013, 11:20:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by bigbadjon:
Champion Custom endless is my go to.
+1 Great strings...
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Post by: petalumapete on September 12, 2013, 12:00:00 AM
I like that Rick guy. but he's not a sponser here so I can't use his full name. PM me and I'll tell ya. But what I can say is I've used alot of the different strings some made by names mentioned. I like my current strings best. No stretch and they are lasting for-ever
Title: Re: Recommendations for string maker
Post by: cahaba on September 12, 2013, 01:44:00 AM
SBD has made me 3 great strings. I made a note on the form that I shot classic nocks and they fit perfectly on the serving. Also have heard great things about the other string makers mentioned.
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Post by: Terry Green on September 12, 2013, 04:14:00 AM
We are lucky to have so many great string makers as sponsors here.....    :notworthy:
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Post by: Sharpend60 on September 12, 2013, 08:02:00 AM
I would have to agree on making yer own. Very usefull skill. You can always buy materials from our sponsors...
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Post by: 1Longbow on September 12, 2013, 09:00:00 AM
Allen @ Lefties -R-Us great string s and wonderful customer service