paper backing

[cherokeeghost]

i have access to some paper for backing from work. the paper is kraft (brown) and 15 thousands thick would i need one layer or more.

[ranger 3]

One layer will work, I think it the glue that makes it work.

[bjansen]

I think one layer would be just fine as well.  I had a guy who worked in a cardboard factory give me a 6 ft roll of it (the remaing small roll off the press), which is about 15 thousands thick too...I glue on only one layer with tb iii...then when it drys soak it with thin CA glue and it sands beautifully...

Ranger if you need any come and get some.

[ranger 3]

Thanks Brad

[Dano]

I've used tissue paper, and had good results. Like ranger said "it's the glue"    :D  course that was with only a few runouts I was worried about.

[cherokeeghost]

thanks guys actually i work in a box factory, so hopefully i can keep getting some leftovers lol

[bigcountry]

You know this thread has got me thinking.  If paper backing will help the back, why not snake skin?  You got the glue, and glue is sticking to something?  Just thinking outloud.

[razorback]

I think with paper, as well as cloth materials, it has to do with the glue soaking into the fibers and the sum of these two makes the whole stronger. Kind of like fiberglass and resin. That is the reason these backings add to the strength or splinter resistence of a bow. If any one knows about skins please let us know.

[Dano]

Snake skin does the same for protection, the thicker the skin the better the protection. Rawhide being the best in my book. It all depends on the magnitude of the splinter or the need for protection.

[shamus]

I tried a paper backing and the bow broke.

I've also had denim fail on me.

The only backings I trust at this point are rawhide, wood, and bamboo.

[Pat B]

I have used paper, rawhide, silk, linen and other materials for bow backings with good results but I have also had bows with most those backings break. The backings are only as good as the bow they are used on or bowyer using them. It is not a miracle worker.
   Except for thick skinned snakes I consider snake skins as a decorative backing only. For more protection use rawhide, silk or linen under the skins.