Flemish bow strings?

[Don Armstrong]

I have made several longbows and a few recurves. Most were made in 2012 to 2016. I made Dynaflight 97 for all of them. I had my sholder operated on in 2013. All bows have been un-strung and stored. Thinking of getting rid of most. Should l buy new strings or do they degrade being stored for a few years? Thanks, Don

[BowHunterGA]

I would wax them well and check for any wear. The strings should be fine IMHO.

[Don Armstrong]

Thanks, I have some spools with about half on them, D97and Dacron, hope they are good to. Don

[TomMcDonald]

I had a D97 string sitting in my shed for 2 years until I took it out started shooting with it again. Worked without trouble on a heavy longbow and certainly didn't break.

[Terry Green]

 I've got bows that have had strings on for over 20 years, and I wouldn't hesitate to take one out today and shoot it.

[Don Armstrong]

Thanks guys, l feel better about them now. Don

[LBR]

As long as they weren't exposed to sunlight for long periods of time, they will be fine.  Modern materials don't rot, but direct sunlight over a long period of time can cause damage.

[mahantango]

Almost embarrassed to admit, but I'm shooting some D97 strings that are 15years old and have THOUSANDS of shots through them. No problem.