Matching Arrows

[kool4katz]

Hi,

I have just made my first set of wooden arrows. What is an acceptable difference in weight? Obviously the ideal is to all weigh the same.

I have 30 grains between the heaviest and lightest. Is this ok or should it be closer?

Thanks

Paul

[robtattoo]

30gn difference spread over 12 complete arrows will be virtually un-noticeable. You could get them closer, but as long as they fly well & group together, don't worry about it.

[jaselpool]

Originally Posted by kool4katz

Hi,

I have just made my first set of wooden arrows. What is an acceptable difference in weight? Obviously the ideal is to all weigh the same.

I have 30 grains between the heaviest and lightest. Is this ok or should it be closer?

Thanks

Paul

Hi Paul - Ideally you should be looking at getting 10gn difference max between lightest and heaviest for a well matched set. Also get the spine weights within +-1lb


Jase

[kool4katz]

Originally Posted by jaselpool

Hi Paul - Ideally you should be looking at getting 10gn difference max between lightest and heaviest for a well matched set. Also get the spine weights within +-1lb


Jase

Thanks for the info, that gives me something to work with. My arrows are spined +- 1lb and the weights are for a complete arrow that has been dipped,crested and varnished.

[alanesq]

you can add a surprising amount of weight to an arrow with another coat of varnish if you want to match them closer

[cestria]

Try to get a hold of a book called "Fletchery" by Bill Searle. There is a wealth of advise on how to achieve a matched set of arrows.
Also look up Hi-Force Custom Wooden Arrows they have taken over the mantle of excelence in arrow production, their service is fantastic