Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => HowTo's and Build-a-longs => Topic started by: bubby on May 02, 2013, 05:17:18 pm
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this is an easy way to get a tight fit handle wrap without measuring anything, take some masking tape sticky side out and wrap it where the leather will go(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4218_zps30304aba.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4218_zps30304aba.jpg.html)(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4219_zpsf6603d99.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4219_zpsf6603d99.jpg.html)(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4220_zpsfe5dcca7.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4220_zpsfe5dcca7.jpg.html)
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now take a straight edge and cut the tape, be carefull to not get to deep, just cut the tape(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4221_zpsd67bf904.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4221_zpsd67bf904.jpg.html)
now put the sticky side on the side of the leather that isn't going to show(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4222_zpsa08988ed.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4222_zpsa08988ed.jpg.html)
and cut it out(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4223_zpsa144bf1b.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4223_zpsa144bf1b.jpg.html)
I use a hole punch to make the stitching holes but I've used a hole punch and an ice pick use what you have(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4225_zps739c1d32.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4225_zps739c1d32.jpg.html)
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now you can stitch it up loosely cause you have to slide it over the bow, I like to use two needles and bring both sides down at the same time(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4226_zpsea28d7c4.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4226_zpsea28d7c4.jpg.html)
(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4227_zps81874d6c.jpg) (http://s6[URL=http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4227_zps81874d6c.jpg.html)23.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4230_zps469066f5.jpg.html](http://now all you have to do is tighten up the stitching and tie it of,http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4230_zps469066f5.jpg)[/URL](http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4228_zpsfcebb5b4.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4228_zpsfcebb5b4.jpg.html)(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/101_4229_zpsa0689293.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/101_4229_zpsa0689293.jpg.html)
now all you have to do is tighten the stitches up and tie it off, hope this helps some of you guys out, Bub
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Thanks I'll put that in the vault. Jeffw
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Thanks! Great idea. Do you ever use any glue or anything under the leather? All the grips I've done have seemed too loose.
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Adam if done this way they are pretty tight and form fitting, when you cut the leather out wrap it around the handle and if there isn't a little gap cut a thin strip of one side, and remember that leather will stretch more one way than the other so find out which way that is and orient the leather so the stretchier way goes up and down and not around
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thanks bubby-ya make it look easy
think even i can do that!
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Brilliant Bub! I've always had trouble with grips, and waste a lot of leather before I get a good fitting one. You just solved my problem! Thanks
Jon
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sweet trick with that backwards tape .I will have to try it sometime
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Man, I can't believe I never thought of that! I'm for sure going to steal your idea! I hate to think of all the leather I have wasted making handle wraps! Thanks for sharing that with us.
Dale
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that is a great idea..thank you for sharing..beats my molding method that's for sure ;)
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Yes Sir,
I Like It!
Thank You... :)
-gus
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You made that look so easy. I will definately use your method on the next bow that needs a leather handle wrap.
Thanks for sharing this idea. 8)
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I used this today on a deep dished recurve handle that I had once thought would be impossible to put a handle on, but this method worked perfectly and I got an incredibly snug, perfect fit! Thanks again for this tip Bub! It's brilliant.
Jon
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glad I could help Jon
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WOW... that is a fantastic idea; really cool, and so simple.
Many thanks!!!
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I like this. I think I'm gonna try this with shark skin on a bendy bow.
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i'll let you try it for a small pc of sharkskin >:D, kiddin'ya this should work great with that Tim
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Genius is making the difficult simple..................great tip thanks!!
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SUUPPER smart idea using the tape! I always make all kinds of complicated measurements and all that, you way is 1000 times better. Thank you for sharing this!
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Used it the other day for the first time and it made the best fitting handle ever, and it was oh so easy!
Thanks again!
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wow, i'm glad this is helping you all
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I like this. I think I'm gonna try this with shark skin on a bendy bow.
Is sharkskin stretchy when wet? This technique would really come in very handy when you have a nonstretchy material and need to get it right the first time!
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Slick trick Bubbly!
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Well now that is just slicker than snot on a door knob! 8)
Wayne
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Very cool idea
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This idea will be put to use real soon! Thanks bubby
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Yes Sir,
I've used this method twice now, on bulbous handled bows.
And even though it looks weird when you lay it out flat, it has worked like a champ.
Thanks Again Bubby!
-gus
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thank's gus, makes it easy peasy don't it
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What do you use for the stitching thread?
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In his photos he is using artificial sinew, probably the 70# stuff. I use that and Dacron B50 bow string material, depending on what is closest to hand.
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Thanks for sharing that one Bub.I'll remember that.I've always am using bulbous handles where the thickness fluctuates.
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like j-dub said, bub
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guys i used this the other day,, and it does work wrll..but..and its a small one..take into consideration the thickness of your handle material..really thick leather will come up a bit short.
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the cord running through the laces filled the gap nicely,, lucked out on the color..looks awesome i think.
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I stole this technique from here. It worx awesome for me...
OneBow
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Just needs one word Bub -thanks!
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your welcome
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This is genius!!
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Here you go Derik
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Thanks Pearlie! And thanks to you too Bubby! I think I can pull this one off. ;)
Hey 4dog, is that my bow you posted on here?
dp
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Yup, I will be using that. Thanks for posting.
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hey derek just saw your post here...yup...your bow grip ...used this method but didnt take into consideration the thickness of the leather ..worked beautifuy i think.
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Shame to cover that pretty wood handle. ;)
Extend the "top" & "bottom" a bit and then fold that bit over and glue it to itself . . . gives ya nice finished edge at top and bottom of your leather-wrapped handle.
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I’ve sewn my handles (similar outlook as in the beginning of this chain) wet. I cut the leather few mm short and when sewn moist the leather stretches and the edges meet nicely. After drying overnight the fit is really tight round the handle. No glues needed. In most cases I’ve added a layer or two TruOil or bees wax against moisture.
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Real cool idea - hiding in plain sight! Thanks for the tip!
Hawkdancer
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Do you realize just how many attempts I've messed up over the years trying to cut the wrap exactly right? Right there not a foot away on my work bench hanging on a nail was the answer....a roll of masking tape. Thanks for sharing your ingenious idea!
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Thanks for the tips bubby. I usually leave my handle naked. Partially because I like them that way, but mostly because I never figured out a good way to do them. I've got one now I'd like to give this a try on
Bjrogg
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For those who appreciate more visual how-to, my friend did this video some years ago.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALD21aPtNUs
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Knoll,
Tried to watch, but there was audio and no video! Unless I didn't hold my tongue right (lol)!
Hawkdancer
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No problemo on my pc or android phone.
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Must not have been holding your tongue right Jerry. Worked on my iPhone.
Thanks for the link Mike.
Just finished putting a piece of Emu leather on using this method. Worked great.
Thanks again bubby.
Bjrogg
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Emu, huh? OOOOOOO la la!
Congrats, Mr Brian. For some reason I couldn't load the pictures of it.
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Emu, huh? OOOOOOO la la!
Congrats, Mr Brian. For some reason I couldn't load the pictures of it.
I'll try again Knoll
Bjrogg
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Nice!