Take-down opinions,which one

[ron w]

If you were gonna build a take down, what would you use,hinge type,sleeve type or a 3 piece style. Any thought on what you think is best or the most user friendly.......Thanks  ron w

[md126]

i don't know which is better but i've built the 3pc t/d from binghams and it was fairly simple. i think the sleeve or hinge style would be a little more difficult... for me it would be anyway

i also like the fact that i can build new limbs and/or risers for the pc

[md126]

oops,  i meant 3pc in the last sentence

[Scott F]

I am currently working on my second 3 piece longbow.  I drilled the holes tonight sans a drilling jig.  I elected to drill the index pins through both the limbs and riser for simplicity sake, the limbs will now need an overlay but they are decrative, right?!

I think that 3 pc bows are pretty simple so long as you really secure the limb/riser while you are drilling it.  Also, after the limb bolts are drilled, tapped, and inserts glued in, I use a length of weighted red fishing line to line up the limb tips with the center of the riser prior to drilling the index pins.  This process is almost fool proof but I really take my time and measure it a BUNCH of times prior to drilling.

I think that after I make a couple one piece bows I am going to have to try one of those fiberglass sleeves similar to BW bows.  That is really slick and I can't wait!

[Scott F]

Forgot the "o", should be decorative...

[jess stuart]

I have built the sleeve and the three pc t/d.  The three pc is more versatile, build extra limbs if you want etc.  There is also more room to try different grips vs. the sleeve type.  
The sleeve type does look more like the classic D style longbow.  It is really up to you they both are good designs and both have their place.