Feather Grinder?

Gen273 · April 29, 2013, 11:12:00 PM

What is the best, easy to use feather grinder? and where can I find one? Also any advice you guys could give on grinding feathers would be great.

Thanks guys!

Charlie

Pat B · April 29, 2013, 11:29:00 PM

I do them by hand. Split the quill, cut to length, clamp in fletching clamp and sand smooth with a sanding block or belt sander.

m midd · April 30, 2013, 12:54:00 AM

I do it the same way Pat does. Quick and easy

Hud · April 30, 2013, 01:21:00 AM

Check the Resource Forum. 3Rivers sells the Great Northern unit. Always wear a quality face mask. The particles/dust from quills is bad for your lungs and health.

Pete McMiller · April 30, 2013, 05:12:00 AM

Seems to me I remember Rob or somebody did a 'how-to' on feather prep/grinding by hand. Aaah, yes, found it: http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=000111;p=1

Todd Cook · April 30, 2013, 10:02:00 AM

P@A archery makes a jig that's the best I've used. 3 rivers carries them or you can order direct from p&a

Bldtrailer · April 30, 2013, 10:05:00 AM

or you can make a jig.( see how to postings) depends on how meny feathers you plan to do or trade with Magnus for completed fletchings.

Bldtrailer · April 30, 2013, 10:14:00 AM

I forgot to add WHAT EVER METHOD YOU USE PLEASE USE A GOOD FILTER MASK TO PROTECT YOUR SELF! Breathing the feather dust is very bad for your health! I grind my own and use my filter mask every time!

Gen273 · April 30, 2013, 10:34:00 AM

Thanks for the info Guys!!! This is the best one of the best places on the web!!