to crest or not to crest

[goodolboy94]

I am thinking about getting a crester and some paint and brushes. can any body tell me where to get started whats a good type of paint to use or brushes and does any one maybe ahve a used crester they would wana sell and if not whats the best kind to get for low money.

[The Ghost]

Bohning has a cresting kit you can buy.

[dano140]

You could build you one. See the instruction here:  http://www.stickbow.com/FEATURES/ARROWMAKING/cresting.cfm

I built one like this, but it cost more than $18. I think it was more like $27.

I use model brushes from Wal-Mart and Paints from the local Hobby store.

Have a great day!
Dan

[Paul Mattson]

The best paint for all types of arrows  is paint fom Whispering Wind Arrows it is tough and water clean up.  I would stay away from the Bohning kit, the paint is very toxic and not very user friendly.  The Bohning crester does work very well.

[Jedimaster]

You can look for a used crester on the auction site.  Whether or not you can get a deal is debatable.

[Paul WA]

If you go with Bohning use only in a vetilated area they are toxic. use an oil stain on the shaft and cap dip and crest with acrylic latex from Wallmart. Check with Bob Burton for a good crester...PR

[Benoli]

Here are a couple of other ideas for masking your own. I still use the one I made shown at the bottom of the page. Albert
 http://www.tradgang.com/woodies/

[snag]

I have two crestors...I would sell you a Junior Crestor for $50...? They sell for $98 new at 3Rivers. Works good. If you don't want to try making one this would be another option for you.

[Curveman]

I like mine plain.

[John3]

whispering winds crester is the best you can buy,,, esp for wooden arrow shafts.

Do a search here on powwow... Alot of people on here use a type of "hobby" paint that of course I can't remember the name of...

Buy  good quality brushes,, most important is to get them perfectly clean after use.

JDSIII

[hal]

i too just stain mine then seal and fletch.  i will admit there are some absolutely beautiful arrows made these days, true works of art.