Author Topic: What thread to lace a longbow grip (Read 488 times)

granny · « **on:** March 15, 2010, 10:32:00 AM »

What kind of thread or other material would you suggest to lace a leather grip on a longbow? Where can you buy it?

bigcountry · « **Reply #1 on:** March 15, 2010, 10:50:00 AM »

I have used B50 string material, and heavy nylon thread, but I like the looks of fine leather strips best.

Silent Bear · « **Reply #2 on:** March 15, 2010, 11:25:00 AM »

You can also use sinew

jess stuart · « **Reply #3 on:** March 15, 2010, 01:52:00 PM »

I have used artifical sinew and was very happy with the results.

c'ville · « **Reply #4 on:** March 15, 2010, 05:34:00 PM »

I used B50 on my last one and was very pleased

jsweka · « **Reply #5 on:** March 15, 2010, 06:42:00 PM »

I've used some leather lacing and artificial sinew. You can get both from a craft store like Michael's.

Jesse Peltan · « **Reply #6 on:** March 15, 2010, 07:04:00 PM »

I use artificial sinew.

Adam Keiper · « **Reply #7 on:** March 15, 2010, 10:52:00 PM »

Artificial sinew, waxed linen thread, very thin flat leather lace, and leather cord are what I've used.

Rich Evans · « **Reply #8 on:** March 15, 2010, 10:54:00 PM »

the yew selfbow i just posted i used artificial sinew.

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