Snakeskins on Belly????

[Over&Under]

I see alot of snake skins on the back of bows, but anyone ever put them on the belly.....

if so, how bout some pics,

if not, how come??

[burnie]

Ive never seen it done that way.  It doesnt make a very good backing, other than looking real cool.  As for a belly, i guess it could be used for looks and camo, but I dont think it will help in the over all integrity of the bow.

[ironhide]

good question

[LKH]

I've had them for years and they are superb camo. I hunt mostly on the ground and it beats having to tape or fabric the bow.

[Over&Under]

Ya I was thinking more for looks, not for any added strength.

anyone else???

[Chortdraw]

I think the price for more skins would be a factor in some cases. They are more for the beauity of the bow to show to others. Sure would make great camo though.

[Bob Morrison]

They will pucker up on the belly.

[brettlandon]

Adding unneccessary weight to the bow limbs will affect it's performance.  How much, I don't know.  But, I surmise, most bowyers do not add snake skins to both sides of the bow for this reason.   :rolleyes:  

-Brett

[Pat B]

I've seen self bows with a complete skin around the whole limb...back and belly. Looked pretty cool. Pat