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Del the cat:
Handsome bow.
My theory on handshock is that is often due to an uncomfortably shaped grip. Any grip that is slightly rectangular in cross-section may have corners that are uncomfortable on the knuckle at the base of the index finger (or elsewhere, like base of thumb). I try to be very critical about where I feel any grip pressing on my hand, and sometimes a few strokes with a half round bastard file can make a huge difference.
I don't much like cloth/leather grips on bows, but on a narrow grip one may be advantageous. This post from my blog shows what I've done on one of my roving bows to cure hand shock.
https://bowyersdiary.blogspot.com/2022/02/leather-grip.html
Del

bjrogg:
And that’s how you do it.

Climb right up and look way over that edge. Then after a few falls, back up a little.

Nice bow

Bjrogg

Jim Davis:
Good advice above. I'd add to hold the bow loosely--fingers barely in contact.

sleek:
That perfectly balanced tiller is the mark of craftsmanship. You did a darn good job. Speed is above average too.

superdav95:

--- Quote from: Jim Davis on March 24, 2026, 01:43:15 pm ---Good advice above. I'd add to hold the bow loosely--fingers barely in contact.

--- End quote ---


This!   I agree.  That bow looks too well balanced and tillered to have an uncomfortable or unreasonable amount of handshock.  As you mention James, it varied from shot to shot.  Loose up your grip a bit as Jim says.  I suspect that after shooting this bow a bit more concentration on your grip and release you will see more consistent handshock if not eliminated all together.  Another great option if wanting to build up handle area on bendy is cork.  Looks great James. Well done on that one. 

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