I have a Black Douglas on order and it should get here around mid December. They don't ship the bow with any arrow rest and I wanted to get some advice from Border owners and what you use for arrow rests.
I will be shooting carbon arrows most likely Victory VAP. Sid mentioned that the shelf is cut 5/16 past center.
Thanks!
Bill
I've always used velcro on my Black Douglas'.
I use a bear weather rest
Speedwalker,
Do you place anything under the Velcro? Some bows seem to have a ridge under the rest.
Sorry for the delay. No, I don't place anything under it but I have seen some people use a piece of toothpick or wooden match.
I use industrial strength velcro. Since I am shooting FMJ's, I place an extra piece (small) under the side plate.
Best I've found, available from Grainger:
Felt, F1, 1/16" Thick, 1" x 12"
• Felt Strip
• Wool Felt
• Backing Type Adhesive
• Thickness 1/16 In
• Width 1 In
• F1 Grade
• Off White Color
• Density 1 Lbs/Sq Yd
• Max Temp 200 F
• Vibration Absorption High
• Abrasion Resistance Excellent
• Durometer 30 to 40 Shore A
• Tensile Strength 500 PSI
• Hardness Extra Firm
After I cut to desired shape, I gently stroke with a lighter; just enough to burn off loose hairs. Then, peel off adhesive strip and firmly apply. The brown toasted hairs eventually wear off and you're left with a clean high performing rest/plate.
I tested this stuff (F1 wool felt) on my Border Hawk Hunter and found it to be the best rest/plate material I've ever used. Now, I use it on all my recurves and longbows.
Under the arrow rest I use a small leather piece for better clearence and under the side plate too but more thick,the total thickness for the side plate on a Border with the sight window cut at 5/16 will be around 3/16
Ok thanks guys. I bought some industrial Velcro and it seems to be working well.
Bill