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DBernier:
 I have completed the remake of my arrow tapper tool. Instead of changing sandpaper I used gorilla glue and two med/fine files. I found I had to wipe the shafts off real good with Acetone to stop the teeth from clogging so much. They still do but have to clean them less often with a SS brush. I also had to add a series of 1/4 inch dia. holes the length of the channel between the files to allow the sawdust to "escape". Works good and can do a shaft about every 90 seconds or so. If you need more photos, or explanation, let me know.

Dick

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Otoe Bow:
Dick:  Cool idea.  Any chance you can post some close ups of the tapering mechanism (files)?  Thanks for sharing your knowledge so readily.

Mike

DBernier:
OK no problem. The first shows the two 1/2 by 1/2 inch aluminum brackets. The two files are glued to the brackets with gorilla glue. The two small screws at the nock end have a slotted hole to allow the files to pivot around the upper screws to get the desired tapper. I use a vernier to measure both ends. I also adjust the upper end by placing a parallel shaft down to the stop and then tighten the upper screws first. Then I remove the shaft and move each rail in 1/2 the difference between say, 11/32 and 5/16.  The small wood block sticking up is the mechanical stop that the nock end hits. I tapper the shaft after I create the nock tapper. The nails are just extra security to prevent the rails from slipping. The second photo shows the opposite end where the shaft is inserted and is  attached to my portable drill. There are two wooden guide rails and the piece of leather is clamped over the shaft to dampen vibration. I use a dowel about 6 inch's long to hold the shaft down in the slot as I push the shaft and it forward. I cycle the shaft, pull it in and out several times to help clear the saw dust. I clean the files after every 2 or 3 arrows. Hope this helps.

Dick

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Justin Snyder:
Sweet little operation Dick.  I'm going to make me one.  Thanks for posting it.  Justin

Hillbilly:
I saw it in action at Hickory, it's a slick little device.

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