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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: tattoo dave on May 12, 2012, 09:48:57 am

Title: steam bending hickory
Post by: tattoo dave on May 12, 2012, 09:48:57 am

So I'm bending some hickory, flipping the tips just a little. This is my first crack at it, so I'm wondering how long it should cool and sit before unclamping it? Thanks in advance for any info!!

Tattoo Dave

Title: Re: steam bending hickory
Post by: Pat B on May 12, 2012, 11:19:41 am

Dave with dry heat I like to give wood at least over night to cool. With steam I give 2 to 3 days or more depending on the R/H of your area. This might be overkill but if I'm going to the effort I want to be sure it will hold.  ;)

Title: Re: steam bending hickory
Post by: tattoo dave on May 12, 2012, 12:10:56 pm

Thanks Pat! I'll post pics of the bow when I'm done.

Dave