Takedown bows

[Curvebo]

Are takedown recurves generally louder than a one piece? I am trying out a takedown recurve and when I shoot I get almost a "buzz" type feedback. All I get with the one piece I shoot is a dull "thud".

[ddauler]

Never noticed and I have plenty of both. Sounds like something going on with the particular bow check the limb bolts and if that doesn't help contact the bowyer for advise.

[JamesKerr]

I don't have much experience with takedown recurves but my 3 piece longbow is the quietest bow I have ever shot.

[Curvebo]

Thanks for the responses guys.

[Hermon]

I had a string that made a buzzing noise on one bow.  Changed strings and the noise went away.  Try a different string and see what happens.  Just a thought.

[Pat B.]

Don't tighten the limb bolts too much!

You can damage the limbs if over zealous.

[Curvebo]

Pat B. you bring up a good point. How much should the limb bolts be tightened?

[Curvebo]

Hermon, that is my next plan of attack. Thanks!

[Brock]

sounds like a crack in lamination or somewhere that you are hearing if a buzzzing sound.  Take limbs off...make sure the mating surfaces are good....tighten bolts and try again.

maybe put bow in vise or clamp and pluck strink and try to find sound by ear or with use of a bikers stethascope to help pinpoint sounds.

[Red Beastmaster]

Smear a goodly amount of string wax on the limb pad and riser to dampen any creaking or limb noise. It's worth trying.

Limb bolts just need to be snug, not cranked tight.

[Brock]

I think my Jeffery has a piece of self sticking moleskin on the riser face cut to cover completely....then the limb sits on the soft side and is bolted down....makes it quiet.