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Author Topic: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2  (Read 239 times)

Offline saumensch

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Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« on: May 23, 2011, 12:34:00 PM »
Hi,

ive just bought a used bow and it is has some cosmetic issues. The finish is damaged on parts of the limbs.

How hard is it to refinish it?

In the past ive used simple spraypaint and covered everything up but i am thinking about doing it right this time.

Wich kind of finish should i use? Should i sand the old finish completelly down? Im afraid of damaging the glass and wood while doing so.

Any help apreciated!

Thanks Axel
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #1 on: May 23, 2011, 01:50:00 PM »
Sanding off the existing finish will definitely produce the best results for you.  Go slow, and keep it even all the way.  You will be able to easily see when you get through the finish and reach the glass/wood.
For a DIY finish I would suggest TruOil.  If you want a spray can finish I would recommend Deft polyurethane.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #2 on: May 23, 2011, 02:16:00 PM »
Whip should know since he does outstanding refinish work himself.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #3 on: May 23, 2011, 04:02:00 PM »
I second TruOil. It produces a beautiful glossy finish that is very easy to touch-up. It's softer than some, but seals the bow well and is hard to screw up if you follow the directions.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #4 on: May 23, 2011, 06:00:00 PM »
what sanding paper should i start with?
600 or finer?

thanks!
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #5 on: May 23, 2011, 07:39:00 PM »
You can be a lot more aggressive than that.  I use 100 grit.  You could even start courser, but would need to be careful and switch to 100 or finer as soon as start getting through the finish and hit glass.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #6 on: May 23, 2011, 08:09:00 PM »
FYI; when you think its dry, wait a bit longer! I pushed it once and the Tru-Oil was still tacky, frigged it all up and had to start over...LOL! I let everything go at least 12 hours now, or longer. I use 0000 steel wool between coats, to lightly buff.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #7 on: May 23, 2011, 10:06:00 PM »
Tru Oil cant go wrong.The more coats you ut the better it looks.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #8 on: May 24, 2011, 07:32:00 AM »
Is it nessesary to refinish the whole bow? Or can just certain sections be done?
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #9 on: May 24, 2011, 07:46:00 AM »
If you are just redoing glass you can get away with doing certain sections.  You might be able to redo overlays or tips.  One thing you don't want to do is to sand out a section in the middle of the limb.  When sanding on the limb glass it is critical to sand evenly all the way down the length of the limb so that you don't create a weak spot in one section.

But for the best looking results, especially if you are working on the riser woods, you will want to do the whole bow.  

Woods and finishes change color over time, and if you only sand a small area and apply new finish you will likely be able to see where the new finish meets the old.

If you are going to do a small area Tru Oil is definately the best choice.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #10 on: May 24, 2011, 07:52:00 AM »
Great Information guys, might need in the future. Axel good luck on your re-finish job. Pics when done please. Don
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #11 on: May 24, 2011, 08:01:00 AM »
Whip you go to Ski Denton dont you?
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #12 on: May 24, 2011, 08:06:00 AM »
Sure do!  Talked my wife into coming with me a few years ago as a one time kind of trip.  Haven't missed one since!
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #13 on: May 24, 2011, 08:21:00 AM »
Here is the bow concerned (Will be getting it on Thursday, these are pics from the seller):

   
   
   
   
   
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #14 on: May 24, 2011, 08:44:00 AM »

           

and here is where the refinishing needs to be done:

     

Will do the whole limbs as you recommend whip, thanks alot for the advice, much apreciated!
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #15 on: May 24, 2011, 10:05:00 AM »
nice bow...
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #16 on: May 24, 2011, 10:56:00 PM »
Just a suggestion.  If all the bad finish is on the back of the limbs as pictured, your bow would be a good candidate for applying some snake skins.  To my mind that would be easier than refinishing and skins should look pretty nice on that bow.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #17 on: May 25, 2011, 08:22:00 AM »
Check out the Trad History /Collecting section on this site, there is a great post called Restoration 101 by Bowdoc that explains everything that you need to know about refinishing a bow.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #18 on: May 25, 2011, 08:36:00 AM »
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Originally posted by yaderehey:
Just a suggestion.  If all the bad finish is on the back of the limbs as pictured, your bow would be a good candidate for applying some snake skins.  To my mind that would be easier than refinishing and skins should look pretty nice on that bow.
I agree.  Copperhead skins would look nice on that bow.
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Re: Refinishing a bow? Result pics on page 2
« Reply #19 on: May 25, 2011, 08:43:00 AM »
If I was going to put snake skins on it, I would still want to remove the old finish.

You could use sandpaper (100 grit, then 150, etc) followed up with 0000 steel wool.

You could use the tru-oil...or for a more durable and more durable and weather resistant finish (but more difficult to use as you can only make one pass at a time) you could use the massey epoxy finish.
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