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blacktailchaser
Trad Bowhunter
Member # 6372

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o.k. i got my first dozen shafts(douglas fir)..i want to make some basic arrows...so,what could i use from a hardware store for glueing fletching and sealer...i have a jo-jan fletcher also...i will go over to bi-mart to see if the have any fletching glue for the feathers...any info would be great..john

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KHALVERSON
Contributor 2010
Member # 15161

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minwax stain
minwax poly
duco cement
should be available at most hardwares
have fun and be sure to post pics of the finished product

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lpcjon2
Contributor 2012
Member # 21374

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Originally posted by KHALVERSON:
minwax stain
minwax poly
duco cement
should be available at most hardwares
have fun and be sure to post pics of the finished product

X2 keep it simple on your first batch, and then dive in to the addiction pool. Good luck and keep us posted.

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gringol
Contributor 2013
Member # 34789

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The above are good. I would add tung oil and superglue to the list. The gel super glues are nice, but any will work.

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SuperK
Trad Bowhunter
Member # 12809

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Minwax stain
Truoil
duco cement
latex gloves
0000 steel wool
Stain with the Minwax. After drying, buff shaft with steel wool. Put on latex gloves and use fingers to smooth on a thin coat of Truoil. Let dry overnight. Buff with steel wool. Continue for 3 to 4 coats. Fletch with Duco. It don't get much easier than that. It also does a great job. [thumbsup]

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Craig
Contributor 2013
Member # 816

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Sandpaper

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Craig
Contributor 2013
Member # 816

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do you have something to taper point end and nock end

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Schafer Silvertip

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blacktailchaser
Trad Bowhunter
Member # 6372

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well that sounds pritty easy..i will look at the hardware store...graig yes i have a taper tool..

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Bud B.
Contributor 2013
Member # 24907

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As you advance in making, these help tremendously.

I have several for various jobs. (poly, paint, water based clear coat, etc...)

Wally world sells Master Coffee for $2 a can. Great lids for the 3.5 reducer.

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