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Author Topic: What string for my new old bow  (Read 873 times)

Offline SurfBow

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What string for my new old bow
« on: October 04, 2016, 10:02:00 AM »
Good morning all!
I am new to TradGang and new to Archery. Purchased a vintage bear two tone glass powered bow the other day because the price was right for me as a beginner and it looks in great condition.

I need to get it strung though!1  I know nothing and I tried to search on the forums and came up with one post that lead to me being a little more confused ha-ha.

Short and simple - Does anyone have a link to string that will be good for my bow?

- I googled a place that has Dacron,D97,BCYX,8125g ... = me being more confused ha.
Also Have been reading about flemish strings? Whats the difference.

Sorry if this post is in the wrong forum, new to the site and it seems to be best fit here, from what I found.

V/r
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Offline Tradcat

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #1 on: October 04, 2016, 10:15:00 AM »
When in doubt, go B-50 Dacron
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #2 on: October 04, 2016, 10:27:00 AM »
B-50 or B-55
Flemish or Continuous loop .
You will also need to know the ( AMO ) , that's the string length of the bow .
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #3 on: October 04, 2016, 10:30:00 AM »
A good Dacron string (B-50) that is the CORRECT length!!!
To find the correct string length, lay the bow on a table tips up. With a cloth tape, measure the bow from tip to tip, being sure the measuring tape stays in contact with the bow! Subtract 4" from the bow length. This will be the actual string length to order.
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Offline 30coupe

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #4 on: October 04, 2016, 11:08:00 AM »
Give us a little more info on the bow. Bear bows usually show the AMO length on the riser below the grip portion, along with the draw weight at 28" and the serial number. They generally also have the model: Black Bear, Grizzly, Kodiak, etc. on the belly of the bow (the side that faces you as you shoot).

Vintage Bear bows were designed for B50 Dacron string, as others have mentioned. Since you are new to this, I'm going to assume you won't be making your own string. There are several excellent string makers on this site and if you provide them the information I listed above, any one of them can make you a great string for your bow. LBR and OliverStacy are two that come immediately to mind, but I think there are others as well. You could also check the pull down menu of sponsors up at the top of this page.

Welcome to the addiction, by the way!
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Kanati 58" 44# @ 28" Green glass on a green riser
Bear Kodiak Magnum 52" 45# @ 28"
Bodnik Slick Stick longbow 58" 40# @ 28"
Bodnik Kiowa 52" 45# @ 28"
Kanati 58" 46# @ 28" R.I.P (2007-2015)
Self-made Silk backed Hickory Board bow 67" 49# @ 28"
Bear Black Bear 60" 45# @28"
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Offline LBR

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #5 on: October 04, 2016, 11:46:00 AM »
B-55 is the better polyester (Dacron) material--less stretch and creep, but still safe for any bow.  That's what I suggest for old bows or any bow not rated for high performance materials.

Flemish or endless will work just fine.  Each has it's little differences, depends on what you like better.

There are a lot of questions answered on the FAQ section of my site (www.recurves.com).  If you have others, I'll be glad to help.

Chad
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Offline Bob B.

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #6 on: October 04, 2016, 01:56:00 PM »
Do yourself a favor and get a string from Chad (Champion Bow Strings) - simply the best, especially with a tie on adjustable knock.

Bob.
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #7 on: October 04, 2016, 02:33:00 PM »
Dacron for sure.
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #8 on: October 04, 2016, 10:43:00 PM »
Ok, thanks for all the quick info! lots of brains to pikc on this site I can see =)

 I added some photos
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Does this bow ring any bells?
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Offline jhk1

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #9 on: October 04, 2016, 10:50:00 PM »
Bear Grizzly, I believe from early or mid 1970s.  58" AMO length, should take a 54" B50 or B55 string.  Looks to be in very nice shape.
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #10 on: October 05, 2016, 09:18:00 AM »
Those Grizzly bows are sweet shooters! Enjoy your new bow. I would agree with jhk1 on the '70s. Have Chad twist up a Flemish Dacron string for you and go to shooting!
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Kanati 58" 44# @ 28" Green glass on a green riser
Bear Kodiak Magnum 52" 45# @ 28"
Bodnik Slick Stick longbow 58" 40# @ 28"
Bodnik Kiowa 52" 45# @ 28"
Kanati 58" 46# @ 28" R.I.P (2007-2015)
Self-made Silk backed Hickory Board bow 67" 49# @ 28"
Bear Black Bear 60" 45# @28"
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Offline Jon Stewart

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #11 on: October 05, 2016, 09:59:00 AM »
YUP: Chad at Custom Strings is top shelf and makes a great string.
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Offline SurfBow

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #12 on: October 05, 2016, 11:06:00 AM »
thanks guys I PMed him last night
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #13 on: October 05, 2016, 11:32:00 AM »
You've got yourself one of the best "used" bows that you'll probly find... An old Bear Grizzly!!! They've been around for years, Thousands of them made & still being shot today. Bear still makes them, and they're one of their best selling bows!!!

I have 5 of them...   :rolleyes:
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #14 on: October 05, 2016, 01:59:00 PM »
Just so you know, Surfbow, your Grizzly has a 41# draw weight, probably 41@28, since the draw length isn't given.
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #15 on: October 06, 2016, 10:43:00 PM »
Thanks guys!  Chad from recurves.com took care of me.
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Offline Msturm

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #16 on: October 07, 2016, 12:53:00 AM »
Oh man. You are gonna love that bow!  Its in great shape. Post picks when it makes meat.
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Offline dbd870

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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #17 on: October 07, 2016, 07:34:00 AM »
I'm using a B55 string from 10 Ring Strings on my early 71-72 Grizzly.
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #18 on: October 07, 2016, 07:47:00 AM »
If you peel off the strike plate the actual weight should be marked under it.
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Re: What string for my new old bow
« Reply #19 on: October 07, 2016, 09:20:00 AM »
One of the best bows you could ever start out with, put on a B-50 or B-55 string and you will be all set.
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