Old Static Recurve String Length?

[Hood]

Anyone know what the actual sting length for a static recurve would be, like the old Grizzly and Kodiaks from the 50's.
Thanks!

[Tom Phillips]

4" Shorter than length of bow is a good start.

[kuch]

If it were me , I would string it up with poly cord and adjust until I have a starting brace then make a real string.to that measurement.Static tips can be deceiving.....

[frank bullitt]

Robert, you should post this over on the Trad history section. Those folks know their stuff!

[fatman]

Originally posted by Tom Phillips:
4" Shorter than length of bow is a good start.

TP shoots some old Grumley repro's....he knows of which he speaks...