Very, very nice work. A two piece takedown is on my wish list. I assume you obtained the materials for the takedown sleeve from Big Jim and I was wondering if you had any tips for those of us who have never done this type of sleeve?
I actually just used 2” fiberglass mesh and EA-40 epoxy…. Nothing fancy. I’ve learned a few tips that I will pass along.
1. Use 1” wide fiberglass mesh if you can get it. It will wrap the best with the least amount of bulges.
2. Calipers are absolutely necessary in order to get correct measurements of the tendon before you chop the bow in half.
3. I like a .90-.100 taper in thickness and a .40-50 taper in width in the tendon on the bottom limb. These measurements are taken from the end of the tendon to the middle where it is cut in half. The tendon has to be tapered with no high spots whatsoever.
4. Draw as many reference lines through the tendon and riser before you cut the bow in half. These will become very valuable when trying to line it back up. Draw the reference lines both straight through and diagonal on the riser to ensure the bow alignment is good.
5. Make sure the bow is firmly clamped and perfectly aligned in the jig before starting to wrap the mesh on the handle. Spend the time it takes to get it aligned and clamp it well so it doesn’t get bumped and shifted in the process.
My biggest piece of advice is just to give it a try, experience is the best teacher 👍🏻
Cheers,
Taylor
