Wrapped grip

[SELFBOW19953]

Several months back, someone posted about using hemp or jute or some other natural fiber to wrap the grip of his longbow.  I've done searches under every combination of terms I could think of, but haven't found what I'm looking for.  Anyone else remember that thread?

[macbow]

I can't point you to any thread. I like using the jute it comes in tan or green at Wally World.

After wrapping the handle area I use a Massey finish. Mix equal parts of epoxy with acetone. Will be like water. I brush this over the jute, makes it somewhat water proof.
It makes a very good non slip handle.

[Ricker]

Maybe you are thinking of this thread....

 http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=31;t=001183

I agree with Macbow on the non-slip.  I use super glue to finish mine.

[2treks]

Rick be the pioneer of jute wrapping a handle.

[SELFBOW19953]

Yep, that's the one, I thought it was on a Longwalker.  

Thanks.

[kagross]

Interesting.  I have a 59 Bear Alaskan with a torn leather grip, and I might have a Hickory selfbow on the way that will need a grip. I was thinking leather, but jute is an interesting option.

[Fritz]

I wrap the handles of my self bows with hemp cord from wally world and then soak it with alcohol diluted epoxy mixture. Keeps handle waterproof and from moving.      

[Pat B]

This is my favorite handle wrap. Hemp cordage from WalMart saturated with Massey finish. It give a positive grip in any weather conditions...plus it is cheap and easy and comes in tan and brown.
 

the handle on the right has black, braided cotton thread...
 

 

[Fritz]

Yep. Listen to Pat. He's the one got me to using hemp cord for my handles. Thanks again for that.

[Pat B]

I like cheap and simple when I can, Fritz. I never liked a leather handle wrap for a hunting bow because when it gets wet it gets slick. These cordage wraps seems to be the perfect substitution.