Question about Wing Nighthawk recurve

[Clannros]

Hi All,

New poster here. First off, let me say what a great resource this forum is and thanks for all the info you share.

I just purchased a Head Ski Wing recurve off the big auction site. It looks very good overall, but has two stress lines/cracks near the riser.

I purchased this to use as a shooter rather than a collector bow, but I don't know whether these lines are cause for concern.

I can feel the lines with a fingernail, but they don't seem to go deeper than the finish.

I haven't strung the bow yet. I have the option to return it if needed. Thanks for any information you can provide.

Neal

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[Clannros]

Sorry, the photos didn't post correctly. I'll try again.

[Tom]

Neal,
Those stress lines don't look bad to me as many older bows have some or even more.You might use some super glue to fill and then a touch of poly over the glued area. Other than that I would string and shoot it, keeping watch to see if they develop any more or deeper. Do use a stringer as it takes stress off the limbs and prevents twisting. Maybe saying more than is necessary but just trying to help.

[Clannros]

Tom,

I appreciate those suggestions. I have a couple of older recurves, but none with stress lines like that. And that's a definite yes on using the stringer. Many thanks.

Neal

[Orion]

Very minor and common on a lot of older bows.  I'd string it and shoot it.