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Offline vinemaplebows

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Clamping multilam bows
« on: March 26, 2014, 02:21:30 am »
I thought this was interesting, especially the way (so simple) he glues the blocks to a flexable strip. I personally have never done this, but I may try it. Heck maybe everyone does this, but I never have. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4O7PsdlwWc


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Offline JG

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Re: Clamping multilam bows
« Reply #1 on: April 01, 2014, 03:06:44 am »
Interesting technique, im not shue how to use it on bows.  :o

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Offline Blaflair2

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Re: Clamping multilam bows
« Reply #2 on: April 01, 2014, 09:38:25 am »
I believe he was talking about using the clamping method on bows. As a pressure strip of sorts.
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Offline toomanyknots

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Re: Clamping multilam bows
« Reply #3 on: April 01, 2014, 12:20:51 pm »
That would be great for truing up forms for clamping bows. Although I really just need to fork out the cash for a spindle sander...
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Offline vinemaplebows

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Re: Clamping multilam bows
« Reply #4 on: April 01, 2014, 12:45:56 pm »
Quote from: Blaflair2 on April 01, 2014, 09:38:25 am
I believe he was talking about using the clamping method on bows. As a pressure strip of sorts.

Correct.
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Offline Wooden Spring

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Re: Clamping multilam bows
« Reply #5 on: April 01, 2014, 05:02:20 pm »
Below is how I usually do my glue ups... I've got a straight 2x8 that I put into my vise with a series of evenly spaced 2" diameter holes for the clamps. On top of that I mount one of several interchangeable 2x4 arcs depending on what length of bow and what bend I want to use. In this case, it keeps the 12" handle area perfectly straight, and then bends 2" away from the back for the length of the bow limbs. Then titebond 3 and (9) "F" type clamps. Done. No rubber bands to smack me in the face, and no fortune spent in excessive clamps.

Oh, yeah, duct tape is placed over the mold to keep the bow from sticking. Works much easier and better than plastic wrap!
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