Ozbow

Hi all how does one figure ot if a string is FF or Dacron?
Also what are the benefits of FF over Dacron and does it make a real difference in the average 40# longbow or recurve?
Cheers
Ian

HI Ian,

The main difference is FF / Astroflight / Dyneema / dyna etc etc is slightly thinner than Dacron. If the string came with a new bow the manufacturer will probably be the best bet to check the website for info or ask the question directly, and same would apply of a private purchase, unless said person doesn't know then I would suggest refer to manufacturer......
clear as mud really

cheers
sue

Hi Ian,

For what it is worth have a read of the following document.

Daryl.

Thanks Daryl.
By the by are you still making bows?
Cheers
Ian

Ian, one way to check the difference is to try and cut an end strand with scissors; the FF won't cut, or be very difficult to cut, but the Dacron can be cut relatively easy. I found with my glass composite longbows DynaFlight 97 gave an increase in arrow speed equal to a bow with a five pound heavier draw weight.

Jeff

Ian Turner wrote: ↑Mon Feb 03, 2020 9:21 pm
By the by are you still making bows?

Hi Ian,

I am making some basic shoot off the knuckle longbows and Danish flat bows for the re-enactors.

Realistically I could get a better hourly pay rate working the checkout at my local supermarket.

Daryl.

Hi Jeff wow thats quite a difference.
Cheers