Compound Fletching distance from nocks

[max2]

Does anyone no what is the best distance from the nocks to the start of the fletchings (EP16) on my Navs, I have them quite close at the moment.

[geoffretired]

I think the fletchings can go fairly close to the nocks for best steerage. Too close is difficult with some fletching jigs. Too far away/forward can cause the fletchings to strike the riser or rest as they are on the wrong part of the shaft to clear

[flamingbladerider]

No more than 1 inch from the nock.

[GeoffT]

As close to the back as possible as long as there is no chance of them touching your fingers (assuming you are recurve).

[mizzat]

Also, as long as they are clear off your face.

Steve

[Watch_Man]

I usually set the back edge of the fletch on the 1" mark on the blade of the jig. It seems to be about right for clearance.

[vinny]

I've got mine about 1/4 inch from the nock and the clearance seems ok but I’m far from being an expert

[Marcus26]

Your arrow should not touch your face anyway so that's a moot point.

Originally Posted by mizzat

Also, as long as they are clear off your face.

Steve

[mizzat]

Marcus, that may be the theory. Those of us with chubby faces and three chins find it difficult to avoid contact.

Steve