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Offline InkBlade

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Wax and glue
« on: June 01, 2011, 02:06:36 am »
Howdy all,

Got a question about wax and glue, since I haven't had any experience in that area.  If one had beeswax or really any type of wax on string or thread, would it change the way glue would work on the string?  I'm thinking about all glues, from hide to Titebond.

Thanks!

Offline Pat B

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Re: Wax and glue
« Reply #1 on: June 01, 2011, 11:49:15 am »
Wax will usually prevent glues from sticking or at lease well.
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Offline Parnell

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Re: Wax and glue
« Reply #2 on: June 01, 2011, 11:56:04 am »
What would the application be for?  Backing a bow?
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Offline hillbilly61

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Re: Wax and glue
« Reply #3 on: June 01, 2011, 12:28:43 pm »
 I've learned that you can use fingernail polish remover to cut the wax on artificial sinew. I clean the last 3" (aprox) so the glue addhears good.
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Offline PEARL DRUMS

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Re: Wax and glue
« Reply #4 on: June 01, 2011, 02:42:10 pm »
I have used artificial sinew for various projects. I coated it with TBIII at least a few times and so far so good. I usually wrap the front of my feathers with 10# sinew to make it a smooth run over my knuckle..........wow that feels better!
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