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Straightening Jigs?

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upstatenybowyer:
Hi folks,

I've tried a few different methods for straitening shafts, but have yet to come up with something I'm really happy with. I'd really like to make something that works every time.

Would anyone be willing to share what works for them?

Many thanks

osage outlaw:
Look up Danznbars jig.  It's the best I've seen.

Aaron H:

--- Quote from: osage outlaw on December 31, 2017, 11:09:28 am ---Look up Danznbars jig.  It's the best I've seen.

--- End quote ---

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DC:
There is a bit of a learning curve to straightening arrows. For me it took 40-50 shafts and then all of a sudden it seemed fairly easy. I heat my barbecue up to about 400 degrees and stick the shaft in the rotisserie hole for about 20 seconds and then straighten by hand to get the major bends out. Then I just use one of these and a heat gun for the smaller wiggles. Remember to do it in 3 or 4 stages and let it cool between stages. Working with a dozen or so shafts lets the first one cool while you're working on the others. I think the key is being able to see where it's bent more than the actual method you use to straighten it. I just takes a little time to train your eyes. If I can train my old eyes you shouldn't have a problem.

Pat B:
I use my hands in most cases but for excess bends I use an arrow wrench similar to what DC posted. I also have an old electric pole insulator I use sometimes. I'll post pics later of it.

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