Archery Tools
Make Your Own Bowstrings
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String Serving Jigs for Making Bowstrings
Bow strings are made up of between twelve and twenty individual strands of a bewildering variety of materials, and they come in many different configurations for different types of bows. Strings for target bows also differ significantly from strings on hunting bows. But whatever kind of string you have and whatever it is made of, they have several things in common. First, they are expensive to replace. Second, a string that breaks while the bow is being shot can be dangerous to the bow and the shooter. And third, they are easily maintained with just a little effort.
The best way to extend the life of your bowstring and keep it (and you) in top shooting form is to wax it regularly and replace your servings at the first sign of wear. While is possible to reserve a string without a jig, a dedicated server such as the ones offered on this page, will make the job infinitely easier.
Your choice of which jig to you is strictly a matter of personal preference. In the NZAP string shop, we use the Cajun jig for center servings because the increased width (or throw) facilitates production, and we use the Bohning jig for servings on compound bows where the string isn't removed from the bow. In reality, it doesn't make much difference which one you chose, they all work just fine. We have two NZAP Quick Tips that are relevant to serving jigs: the first is on servings in general, and the second is on the specifics of installing a centre serving.
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Bohning Serve-Tite Serving Jig
The shorter throw of the Serve-Tite jig makes it the best choice for renewing the centre servings on compound bows.
AAE Cavalier Serving Jig
Here is a all-purpose jig that will feel at home in any archery tool Kit. Serving material shown is not included.