Proper bowstringer confusion?

[Brandywine]

Hello:
So far, I've had no difficulty using the bow stringing rig supplied by whichever bowyers made the respective bow, BUT now I'm confused because highly regarded bowyers are giving me conflicting guidance about using either a cup-and-block stringer or a double-cup stringer ---FOR THE SAME BASIC DESIGN/MATERIALS/LENGTH of their respective BOW(S).

Some say to never use a cup&block because it can over stress a limb, even if not lifted any farther than necessary with the block as close to the tip as possible.  Others say to avoid a double-cup rig because it may cause limb twist if not used perfectly.  One said either is ok.  These conflicting, but sincere differences apply to recurves, recurves with highly stressed static tip limbs and reflex-deflex long bows.

Can anyone please clarify this so I don't damage a fine bow, please?  Thanks.
Kevin

[parshal]

I'm curious as well.

[iohkus]

I would say, use what the particular bowyer says to use on HIS bow (however many different makes you may have). That way you stay within the warrenty requirements of EACH maker.
   Personally, I've used both with no problems (being very deliberate and careful each time I string AND unstring a bow).
   Puting them in general catagories, it seems that double cups work well on longbows and cup/pad are always recommended for recurves. I've always wanted (personally) to use double cups on all bows because they are so much easier and and less effort, but I stick with what the maker recommends.  :D

[Bowwild]

I don't pay much attention to which stringer I use. I prefer double pocket stringers because I get more leverage and the single pocket with block are sometimes a bear for me to manage.

The thing I do pay attention too is making sure the pocket is deep enough but not so deep I have trouble accessing the string grooves under the tips.

[reddogge]

Dryad recommends the Selway type so I use that on those limbs and most everthing else. I do have a B/W stinger that works well which I use on the grandkid's bows.

[Night Wing]

I like the double pocket bow stringers.

BTW,Norm Johnson of Blacktail Bows includes a double pocket bowstringer with every Blacktail recurve he sells....and a Blacktail bow isn't cheap money wise.

[The Whittler]

I use Black Widow stringer or Webster. They work great for recurve or LB.

[owlbait]

I use what works best for me. Selway or BearPaw.Seems most just say use a stringer, no particular type.

[joe skipp]

I use and prefer the Webster. Has 2 pouches on one end, for either short or long limb tips and a large pouch for the lower limb. No custom bow left my shop without one. Pic below....

 

[hvyhitter]

I never liked the pocket and block types, hard to get the leverage with shorter heavy bows. I now make my own webster type so every bow has its own stringer and bowsock......so much easier than switching everything around before a shoot.