Is this bow safe to shoot?

[AlanF]

Just received this bow and had big plans for it as my temporary bow until my Shrew is ready a year from now.  It is a Shakespeare Sierra 40#@28.  Upon examining the bow I notice a few small cracks in the self one of which goes through the shelf.  It appears to have been filled with either super glue or epoxy(?).  Do you think this is safe to shoot or should I try to send it back?  Otherwise the bow is in great condition and a very handsome bow.  Thanks, Alan.

 

[bowhunterfrompast]

Go to trad history/collecting..they have some great guys over there that would have the answer.

Maybe one of them will come along over here..but your best bet is over there  

[**DONOTDELETE**]

get some CA/super Glue the watery kind and put it in the cracks the best you can. If You can open them up a little before putting the glue on them would be better.

[Dave Bulla]

Following the grain like that across the shelf to me, would not be an issue especially if it's already been filled.  If not, the thin super glue and a clamp for about 5 minutes should do it.  Now, if that crack was down in the actual grip I'd be concerned but the shelf isn't there for anything but holding up the arrow.

[AlanF]

Thank guys for the pointers.  It sure is a nice little bow except for the cracks.  

Alan