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Author Topic: Rate these fletching jigs  (Read 705 times)

Offline Don Armstrong

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Rate these fletching jigs
« on: May 08, 2012, 07:47:00 PM »
I have a Bitz set up to do my carbons but it uses a Easton CB bushing for the index. This is a set up I bought at the NFAA indoor nationals a few years back and can't remember the guy that was selling this setup. I want to set up a fletcher for wood arrows and traded my extra Bitz, not very smart. I use fletching tape so a mono fletcher is all I need. I am thinking about the Jojan or the Bohning pro fletcher. Any input on these would be appricated. I would just get another Bitz, but don't need to spend that much, right now. Thanks, Don

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #1 on: May 08, 2012, 07:49:00 PM »
Both of those jigs are popular with a lot of people. I think it would come down to personal preference.

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #2 on: May 08, 2012, 07:50:00 PM »
BITZ FOE ME

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #3 on: May 08, 2012, 07:52:00 PM »
I would go with the JoJan multifletcher. I use tape on it and you can do 6 arrows in 10 minutes using this fletcher.
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Offline Don Armstrong

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #4 on: May 08, 2012, 08:05:00 PM »
I was thinking the Jojan but only need a mono as fletching tape only takes about 2 seconds to bond the feather. A Bitz would be great if I could find one for 40.00  :D  . Anyone use the Bohning? Thanks, Don

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #5 on: May 08, 2012, 08:06:00 PM »
BPE is my favorite. Jojan would be my choice out of the 2 you listed.
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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #6 on: May 08, 2012, 10:12:00 PM »
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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #7 on: May 08, 2012, 10:13:00 PM »
I like BPE

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #8 on: May 09, 2012, 03:28:00 AM »
I picked up one of the Bohnings on clearance a couple of years ago. At the time I was shooting compounds primarily and just needed something for spot repairs so I didn't want to spend a lot of money.I have fletched multiple carbons and at least 3 or 4 dozen woodies since that time, with everything from 2" Blazers to 5+" traditional cut natural turkey feathers, and it has worked great for all applications. I worked as an "archery tech" at Gander Mountain for a couple of years and all we used was the Bitzenburger. IMHO the only major differences between the Bitz and the Bohning is the material they are made from and obviously the price.They actually function in very much the same way and both turn out a quality fletch as long as you take your time and get everything lined up properly.
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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #9 on: May 09, 2012, 09:08:00 AM »
The Jo-Jan comes in a mono and multifletcher. I've had my JJ multifletcher for decades and love it.
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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #10 on: May 09, 2012, 09:14:00 AM »
Take a look at the Bearpaw jig--having great results with it.

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #11 on: May 09, 2012, 09:30:00 AM »
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Take a look at the Bearpaw jig--having great results with it.
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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #12 on: May 09, 2012, 09:39:00 AM »
I only have a JoJan and I love it

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #13 on: May 09, 2012, 10:45:00 AM »
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I would go with the JoJan multifletcher. I use tape on it and you can do 6 arrows in 10 minutes using this fletcher.
I do not use tape but I do love my Jojan multifletcher.

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #14 on: May 09, 2012, 02:46:00 PM »
JoJan multifletcher, I have been using it for over 20 years. I have 3 of them. Left, right and straight. Had a Bitz years ago and sold it.
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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #15 on: May 09, 2012, 03:14:00 PM »
I use a bitz. Back in the day when I had to fletch  a ton of arrows I
used a Jojan and liked it.
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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #16 on: May 09, 2012, 08:59:00 PM »
Is there another jig besides Bitz?Not in my house for lots and lots of years.
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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #17 on: May 09, 2012, 09:31:00 PM »
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I would go with the JoJan multifletcher. I use tape on it and you can do 6 arrows in 10 minutes using this fletcher.
I do not use tape but I do love my Jojan multifletcher.

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Offline Gregg S

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #18 on: May 09, 2012, 10:19:00 PM »
I tried fletching a few arrows with my buddies JoJan multifletcher with helical clamps. It did a nice job but put more twist then I like. You can adjust it to put a little less but then the feather won't be sitting perfectly on the shaft. I have a BPE pro that puts a bit less twist on the feather. It does a nice job and has alot of adjustment. If you like alot of twist then the JoJan would also be a good choice.

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Re: Rate these fletching jigs
« Reply #19 on: May 10, 2012, 09:49:00 AM »
JoJan multifletcher ..
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