newbie question

[skunkbear]

What length of string do I need for a recurve that is 62" AMO?  I've read that the correct string length is the AMO length minus 3 inches, so for my bow I would need a 59 inch string.  Is this accurate?  Thanks.

[cbCrow]

That depends on the bow. I have an older recurve that requires a 4" shorter string, while my Kurve uses a 3" shorter string. The old rule used to be 4" for recurves, 3" for longbows. For peace of mind contact the maker to know for sure or measure your old string.

[BOWMARKS]

Have always been told 3" longbow 4" recurve . As Crow says it would probably be wise to check with the bowyer.

[Zradix]

my 45# 62"amo Martin Savannah likes a 12 strand 8125 string of 58.25" actual length.

The savannah is a r/d longbow.

[jrstegner]

59" actual string length. If you buy a mass produced string order a 58".