I have a buddy that wants to sinew back a bow tomorrow. He has the sinew but no hide glue. I have about 1/4 of a sandwich bag which I don't think will be enough. I remeber reading that you could use plain gellatin from the grocery store.
Anybody have experience with this?
Thanks,
Brent
Yes. Knox unflavored gelatin. It is hide glue!
Thanks Pat. You are a wealth of knowledge. I sure appreciate you hanging around the site.
Brent
Brent, I get as much out of this site as anyone. I love all aspects of archery and like to share with others that feel the same. I got where I am with the help of others!
It does make you feel good doesn't it. My buddy has never sinewed a bow before. I can't wait to show him how. I learned how to make a selfbow over the computer with instructions and pictures from Gene Winter in Iowa. He's a very patient man.
Thanks again.
Brent
My first 2 bows were sinewed with hide glue.Not a good way to start,but it did work out ok.This the only time I've used hide glue.But I read and heard of people useing gellation before.
Wyo - PatB is absolutely right. Knox or whatever unflavored gelatin. It is cheap and works great.
I have done a few sinewed bows right in the kitchen and my wife didn't skin me alive. I pre-soaked the sinew in warm/hot water but others may have better advice.
enjoy the journey
va
Good info! Thanks guys. I'm going to go look for some tonight.