What thread to lace a longbow grip

granny · March 15, 2010, 10:32:00 AM

What kind of thread or other material would you suggest to lace a leather grip on a longbow? Where can you buy it?

bigcountry · March 15, 2010, 10:50:00 AM

I have used B50 string material, and heavy nylon thread, but I like the looks of fine leather strips best.

Silent Bear · March 15, 2010, 11:25:00 AM

You can also use sinew

jess stuart · March 15, 2010, 01:52:00 PM

I have used artifical sinew and was very happy with the results.

c'ville · March 15, 2010, 05:34:00 PM

I used B50 on my last one and was very pleased

jsweka · March 15, 2010, 06:42:00 PM

I've used some leather lacing and artificial sinew. You can get both from a craft store like Michael's.

Jesse Peltan · March 15, 2010, 07:04:00 PM

I use artificial sinew.

Adam Keiper · March 15, 2010, 10:52:00 PM

Artificial sinew, waxed linen thread, very thin flat leather lace, and leather cord are what I've used.

Rich Evans · March 15, 2010, 10:54:00 PM

the yew selfbow i just posted i used artificial sinew.