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String Nock location help

Started by RxChuy, May 02, 2014, 03:59:00 AM

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RxChuy

Just looking for some opinions on string nock placement.  I just purchased a Martin Savannah longbow from a really knowledgable bowman and he has the bow set up for arrow to be nocked above the brass nock.  What are your opinions on above vs below nock placement.  Any obvious advantages?
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ozzy1977

I was taught to nock below, cant say I have heard of anyone nocking above

ishoot4thrills

Don't know of anyone that puts their arrow above the string nock.

I would just put it where it's supposed to be, put the arrow below it, and then shoot it. Adjust as necessary.
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pghrich

hello, if its in the correct location then simply install another nock above it [preferably tie on] now your nock is above the arrow. helpful especially if you shoot 3under, rich pyle

Charlie Lamb

Whether the arrow is nocked above the nocking point or below it makes no difference. For those of you who don't know anyone who puts the nocking point below the arrow, you can't say that anymore. That's the way I've done it for at least the last 50 years... I got my instruction from Howard Hill's writing.

What is important is that the arrow stay in place throughout the draw and release. To assure this a second nocking point is good insurance... nocking between two instead of over or under one.

Here is a picture of how I do mine. I build a substantial main nocking point and then double serve on the other side of the nock. That way I can nock by feel (in a hurry if need be).
 
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Charlie

Charlie Lamb

Once located in it's proper position there will be no need to move the nocking point. You may hear a few ask,"what if I have to twist the string to adjust brace". Don't worry about it. The nocking point position does not change during that process. This is a little over the top for most guys who seem in too big a hurry to craft this type of nocking point.
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riverrat 2

Charlie that looks great. I wish I could get one to turn out that nice. RxCuy,it is probably more important to state whether u are a split finger shooter or you shoot 3-under. IN GENERAL TERMS most 3-under guys,myself included find a nock height of 5/8 to be real close to perfect. For split shooters,that number is around the 1/2" mark. Get a bow square and adjust to where you need be based on your style. However if you are a 3-under guy....your gonna need a nock above. I use a single tie-on nock above my arrow. You can use 2 if you want. But YOU WILL need something above the arrow to keep things in line as Mr.Lamb stated.    rat'
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Rick Perry

the only downside of nock point below the arrow would be the fact that while sitting in stand with an arrow nocked the weight of the broadhead can be enough to walk the arrow nock up the string if your arrow nocks dont fit tight enough .

That could cause a miss if you dont notice it during the excitement of the moment when that hawg you have been waiting for walks by
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Sam McMichael

When I first learned archery in the late 1950's, the guy that taught me to shoot nocked above the marker. Recently, I bought an old bow at a yard sale that was set up this way. It makes no difference in accuracy which way you nock the arrow.
Sam

ironmike


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Like Charlie said, Howard Hill always had his arrow nocked above the mocking point.  He pulled his arrow by the nock from his back quiver, and in one fluid motion brought it down and on the string and to the nocking point and it was gone.

mike g

I'm with Charlie and Mr. Hill, I nock my arrow above.
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AngelDeVille

I like two tie ons, can't stand the brass things.

If I do only use one I prefer arrow under.

Thumb shooter here....
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mmgrode

I've used tie on nocks in the above and below positions when I shot split, but found that since I've changed to three under I am considerably more accurate with a nock above AND below instead of just above.  I think it might have to do with the arrow moving along the string after release/before the arrow leaves the bow.  Two nock points takes care of this variability.

As mentioned above, I remember reading that Howard Hill preferred the nock below as it allowed for quicker nocking on follow up shots. Hard to argue with his accuracy.  He liked to fling 'em!
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bigbadjon

Although I do not practice it, nocking the arrow above the nock was how we were taught in school. I prefer a double nock set myself.
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David Mitchell

Now you also know another who nocked above--John Schulz.
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Brock

i primarily nock above...but have also done it above as well.  If a nock slipped or for whatever reason I am getting some porpoising...I will switch to above.

makes no difference in my opinion...
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RxChuy

Thanks for all the input! I am currently shooting split finger with a divided finger tab.  I'm not sure I like the nock above the brass, tho. The arrow tends to slide up the string until I secure it with my finger. It's just something to get used to, I suppose! Thanks again!
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cahaba

I nock my arrow above. Always did it that way if for no other reason because Mr. Hill did it that way and it never caused me any trouble.
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