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Offline stuckinthemud

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Best target point for bamboo shaft
« on: July 20, 2021, 10:39:32 am »
Simple question, what type of commercial point should  I be looking to choose (or maybe avoid) for bamboo shaft target arrows?

Offline Pat B

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Re: Best target point for bamboo shaft
« Reply #1 on: July 20, 2021, 10:54:23 am »
I use a standard 11/32"(for 3/8" end) field point. Just taper the cane just like any other shaft. I have found that a grinding type tapering better than a pencil sharpener type.
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Re: Best target point for bamboo shaft
« Reply #2 on: July 21, 2021, 04:49:46 am »
Thanks Pat

Offline Knoll

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Re: Best target point for bamboo shaft
« Reply #3 on: July 26, 2021, 10:54:40 am »
Duplex nail and glue it in.
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Re: Best target point for bamboo shaft
« Reply #4 on: August 22, 2021, 06:52:36 pm »
Sorry, really neglected this thread, duplex nails are not available in the UK, sucks huh?!