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"Not Wide" Red Oak Board Bow Not for BOM

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Selfbowman:
Looks great Jawge.

George Tsoukalas:
Thanks, Arvin. Jawge

George Tsoukalas:
I finally got around serving the string.

In this photo, you can see how I poke the serving string through the Flemish. Keeps it tight.

I am right handled and I serve clockwise. The same direction as my release. It may not make a difference but it may and I've always done it that way.

I don't use a serving tool. I put the serving on by hand. I recommend using a serving tool. LOL.

Jawge

George Tsoukalas:
I serve it really tight. I push and pull to make it so.

At the top , I give it a few half hitches.

Then, I tie the finishing knot for the serving.

Explaining that is hard.

Tim Baker did it it in one of the TBB's and I can find the reference if anyone is interested.

Only experienced and accomplished bowyers I do thank them, have been commenting recently so I am not sure if  beginners have hung in there and the reference may not be needed.

Photo shows the finished serving.

Jawge

bentstick54:
I’ve been checking in on occasion, but have been more reading than commenting. I really enjoy following, as I’ve never made a board bow. I do refer to your site on occasion for advice also. It’s good that everyone is so willing to share your knowledge so freely. Thank You

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