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Main Discussion Area => Arrows => Topic started by: Cade on April 27, 2014, 11:52:58 pm

Title: Helixed or strait fletchings?
Post by: Cade on April 27, 2014, 11:52:58 pm

I'm new to primitive archery. I was wondering if helix fletched arrows are used for this like they are for compound bows or if strait fletched arrows are better. I'm wondering because I would like to make some arrows but it is hard to consistently spiral the fletchings.

Title: Re: Helixed or strait fletchings?
Post by: Pat B on April 28, 2014, 12:14:21 am

I straight fletch with a little offset. With Cherokee 2 fletch I put 90deg of twist on the fletch.

Title: Re: Helixed or strait fletchings?
Post by: lostarrow on April 28, 2014, 09:25:04 am

Matter of personal preference. The helical will stabilize quicker from a bad release .You should make sure you have the proper shafts for your bow from the get-go. After that, the fletching will just help it shoot "better" with more consistency. The bigger the fletch or more twist or greater number will increase drag and slow the arrow and minimise any wobble. The straight fletch preferred by some wheely guys ,is usually in response to the arrow rest clearances. When using feathers, the arrow will still spin in flight with a straight fletch, because of the structure of it.