Another Newbie Question

[D.A. Davis]

Is it better to tiller the bow before shaping the riser, or do I shape the riser first?

[Jeremy]

Shaping the riser is the last thing I do.  I wouldn't want to blow the time if the bow is going to blow during the process.

[UnderControl16]

agreewith jeremy plus a square handle is easier for me to tiller with thn a round one that slides around

[Loren Holland]

Plus, it is easier to pick the looser limb for the top and get your positive tiller naturally, than end up light by having to reduce the top limb, because you already cut a shelf and sanded in a grip ( depending on what type you make...i typically sand in a locator grip)

[Apex Predator]

What everyone else said, but I do final tweaking after shaping the grip.

[D.A. Davis]

Thanks guys.

[red hill]

I found out through experience, shape the handle last.  What these guys have said definitely holds true.
Stan