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Offline snag

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How long before you should put finish on?
« on: May 21, 2011, 06:19:48 pm »
I have this osage LB that I have been shooting and checking the tiller on. It hasn't changed much at all over 50-60 arrows. Can I put a finish on it or should I shoot it some more? Thanks, David
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Offline PEARL DRUMS

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Re: How long before you should put finish on?
« Reply #1 on: May 21, 2011, 06:27:08 pm »
I like to shoot about 150-200 shots before I finish mine, just to be sure I like the grip area, arrow pass and of course tiller. If you like everything about it, seal it up by all means!
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Offline snag

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Re: How long before you should put finish on?
« Reply #2 on: May 21, 2011, 06:48:21 pm »
I must have gotten lucky on this one. I am busting nocks at 15 yds. Love the way it sits in the hand and shoots. I'll try and be patient and shoot it some more...haha
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Offline Pat B

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Re: How long before you should put finish on?
« Reply #3 on: May 21, 2011, 07:42:38 pm »
If you are satisfied with the bow and the weather has been dry go ahead and begin the finish work. If you use Tru-Oil and need to make adjustments later it is very easy to refinish.
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Offline George Tsoukalas

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Re: How long before you should put finish on?
« Reply #4 on: May 21, 2011, 07:58:17 pm »
I think so. I put the finish on after 2-3 doz shots. But I use a rope and pulley and exercise the stave 20-30 times between wood removal sessions. By the time I hit full draw the bow doesn't change tiller much. Jawge
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