Paracord String Silencers

[LongbowArchitect]

Hey Wudstix. Did you tie in the pieces of paracord or just insert them between the string strands? Thanks for the tip. I'm going to give them a try.

[Wudstix]

Simply inserted paracord sheaths with white inner threads removed in string and then squeezed them together a bit.

[Paul Fithian]

Here's a super easy way to set these up:
1)  Wrap the paracord around 4 fingers on one of your hands to get 6 pieces.  Cut and pull out the inner strands.  Save 2 of the strands.
2)  Cut the sheath length in half.
3)  Cut each of those into 3 pieces
4)  Use one of the inner strands to tie the 3 sheath pieces to the string with double overhand knots on top and bottom.  Rotate the sheath pieces so that they are even around the string.
5)  Shoot the bow to fray the sheath into a silencer

[Holm-Made]

Would it look/work better if you used three different length pieces rather then all the same length?

[Wudstix]

Don't see why not just be non-symetrical.

 

[Wudstix]

Finally felt like shooting after work this evening.  Put another 61 arrows down range at 10-12-15 yards with about 4" six arrow groups with 2315 plus a heavy woodie.  Paracord adjusted to 12" from nock groove, quieter.  Think I found the sweet spot.  They're fluffing out nicely.  Still a small "click" in the shot may try shorter/stiffer shafts tomorrow night.  Or try some 2219, or heavy hardwood, Hmmm!!!

[Wudstix]

Top and bottom after 201 shots.  Looking pretty good.

[Wudstix]

Five arrow group at 13 yards.  Two sticking out the back.

[Deertaker]

So I have used 2 pieces of chord to silence my bow and it works great. The only issue is that when you slide them into the string they sometimes move. I like sliding them in the string, but does anyone have some pictures or suggestions for knots to tie to prevent them from moving? I have tried the constrictor knot, but hoping there might be a better knot to try? Any pics would be greatly appreciated!

[Wudstix]

Do you use just the sheaths between the string?  I have four sheaths and was able to adjust a bit with unstrung bow before they got real fluffy.  But they haven't slid at all.

[Deertaker]

yes, I just slide them between. and seems like every time they slide, I keep pulling them back and they keep sliding.

[Wudstix]

I've seen three recommended, I use four and squeezed them together with no slippage after they frizzed and fluffed out.

[gnome]

Do you use just the sheaths between the string?  I have four sheaths and was able to adjust a bit with unstrung bow before they got real fluffy.  But they haven't slid at all.

So I have used 2 pieces of chord to silence my bow and it works great. The only issue is that when you slide them into the string they sometimes move. I like sliding them in the string, but does anyone have some pictures or suggestions for knots to tie to prevent them from moving? I have tried the constrictor knot, but hoping there might be a better knot to try? Any pics would be greatly appreciated!

I'm with wudstix..... there are no knots involved.... just insert between the string bundles...

deertalker.... when you say slide , do you mean up and down the string?...... then try a tied nock point above and below to keep them from migrating... If they are slipping out from between the string bundles .....  cut the para cord about 6"+, insert between the bundles, and tie an overhand knot, cinched tight, trim to length.... lather, rinse, repeat.

[gnome]

not very good photos, but it shows an extra loop around the string with the cord so it doesn't pull out.[attachment=1][attachment=2][attachment=3]

[Wudstix]

I have been a Qiviut fan and alpaca wool for years due to light weight and water shedding, paracord is noticeable faster than wool puffs and cost savings is substantial.  The water shed test will come and that could be it.

[Wudstix]

Moved the PC string silencers two inches to 1/4 of string length from nocks and Eureka, noise gone and arrow flight is amazing with very tight four arrow groups.
 

[Bruce M]

Moved the PC string silencers two inches to 1/4 of string length from nocks and Eureka, noise gone and arrow flight is amazing with very tight four arrow groups.
 

What do you mean by "two inches to 1/4 of string length ".
Do you mean you divided the string length in quarters and positioned the silencers  at 1/4 of the length from each end

[Wudstix]

Yes, string 56" NTN so moved from 12" to 14" and that is the spot.

[Bruce M]

okay thanks.

[Wudstix]

That works for my 63-67# hybrid longbows, best.  Also, for Big River recurve 66#.