Fletching Jig

[Craig]

Originally posted by BarrBow:
 

Originally posted by Craig:
   

Originally posted by BarrBow:
I originally bought a jo jan multifletch, with RH helical clamps.  Its a very good fletcher, but every 6 arrows I would make, at least 2 fletches would come loose.

I now have the Bitz in the same configuration, and since I have only one, its slower to fletch 6 arrows, but I never have a fletching come loose unless I bash the arrow off a tree.  I think the key is the magnetic clamp holder which can apply constant downward pressure. It works great.


Barr

I have all 3 Multi JoJan's and have done 1000's of arrows. Never had the problem you have mention. [/b]

Craig.
 Do you have the helical version? or straight.  When I lay some of the clamps over the arrows, a few do not lay flat on the arrows.  By adjusting the degree of angle, I can minimize this, but for a few of the clamps there is still a big gap between the clamp and the arrow.... Maybe a couple of milimeters.  Enough that, if I do not clamp the fletch, and then pull it out in the center away from the clamp and then glue, I will have fletchings not sticking properly.

When I switched to the bitz.... No more loose feathers. I fletched with the Jojan for years and I can't be the only one that has had this problem.  Glad you found 3 good ones.
Barr [/b]

When I put my feather in the clamp I don't push them all the way down on the clamp. They stay up a little. I then put them on the shaft and sight down the feather to make sure they are touching the shaft. Also I number the clamp so I use the same clamp all the time with number 1 arrow and so on. I have right and left helical and straight. I have been using them for over 25 years. Maybe I got lucky.

[BarrBow]

Craig,
  That's how I do it as well.  But numbering the clamps is a great idea. I think the problem with mine is a few of the clamps have have higher edges than in the belly of the clamp compared to the others, if you follow me.  I'm going to number them and see if that helps. It would sure speed up fetching. I'd also like to order some straight clamps.  Do you notice any difference between straight and right helical?
Barr.

[Pointer]

Been using a jo-jan  for years..love it

[Craig]

Originally posted by BarrBow:
Craig,
  That's how I do it as well.  But numbering the clamps is a great idea. I think the problem with mine is a few of the clamps have have higher edges than in the belly of the clamp compared to the others, if you follow me.  I'm going to number them and see if that helps. It would sure speed up fetching. I'd also like to order some straight clamps.  Do you notice any difference between straight and right helical?
Barr.

I like as much helical as I can get from my jig. I only use the straight jig for display arrows.

[RedShaft]

I used blitz all my life. I tried bear paw and really love it. That's what I use now. Still have my blitz but I like the bear paw

[grouseshooter002]

My bitz is so old it's got more hair on it then me. Wouldn't use anything else.

Regards,
Grouse

[Chortdraw]

Another + for JoJan. I have been using it for years and find if you take time with the adjustments and keep the face of the clamps clean, it will work quite well.  

[phil_des_bois]

Another + for JoJan, I have de straight and RW and LW helical clamps and that's all I need.

[Rob DiStefano]

i've had at least 5 bitz and a buncha of graylings, bpes, bohning, martins, even an l.e. stemmler my dad used back in the 50's, and others who's names i've long forgotten.  only one i never liked is the arizona - just never worked for me and too finicky.  these dayze i mostly use graylings for carbons and bohnings for woodies.  it's all good.

[Possum Head]

I bought a Bitz in '76 and have fletched more than I care to guess for myself and many other hunters.

[Fletcher]

Add me to the happy Bitz fletchers.  I've used several different fletchers over the years, but the Bitz continues to be my favorite.  Consistent and a good solid metal feel.

The BPE is probably the most adjustable.