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tahirsdt:
Thanks a lot guys, realy appretiate the advice, its hard to understand sometimes coz I'm new. Just wanted to know in terms of a bowstring, I have a string similar to the cord used for blinds, would that work as a bowstring?

RyanY:
When considering bow string, the first thing you probably want to worry about is it's breaking strength. If you can make a string that'll withstand the strength of the bow then it'll work although it might not necessarily be good. The second thing to consider is stretch. A good bow string should not stretch very much. When I started making bows I didn't know how to make a proper string so I used nylon cord. It could definitely withstand the draw weight but had lots of stretch. If I were you I'd start trying to learn how to make a string now. Its important to learn and also very rewarding. Look into making a string jig and getting a spool of Dacron B-50. In the mean time use what you can. The rule of thumb that most go by is that the string should have a breaking strength of at least 4x the draw weight.

kevinsmith5:
I have made strings using the hemp cord sold in craft stores for jewelry projects. It comes in 10, 20, and 48 lbs weights.

tahirsdt:
You guys have no idea how much confusion you just cleared up for me. Should I not be able to get a hold of a dracon spool, would something called "builders line suffice"? It says it has a 70pound breaking strength, if I used it would I need to still braid it? Or would a single strand suffice?

steve b.:
Not sure about  the alternative string thing, but if you want, tahirsdt, when you get to building the bow, let me know the length ntn and I will build you a fast flight string for the bow.  Just PM me your address and I'll put one in an envelope.

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