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Brownell’s most frequently asked
question
Q. Should I attempt to build my own
strings or choose a custom string builder?
A. How much you use your bow
and how many bows you own should help you determine
this. If have a single bow and your sole use
is only during hunting season, then for economic
reasons a custom builder may be the answer.
If you own a couple bows, hunt, shoot some tournaments
and have buddies that do the same, then learning
to build your own custom strings is a good option.
Brownell offers all the materials and tools
to get you started including the string jig.
Q. What string should I use?
A. Your application will vary
depending on cam design, string length and whether
your bow is for target or hunting. We recommend
for compounds up to 70 inches: Ultra Cam, D75,
Xcel, D75Thin, or TSPlus compounds over 70 inches:
Ultra Cam, D75, Xcel
Cables any length: Ultra Cam, D75 or Xcel
Note: These are suggestion compiled from
our R and D staff.
Q. What type of serving should I use?
A. For end loops: 1D or mini
serving. All other applications 1D, Crown or
Diamondback
Q. Which materials are for optimum
speed and which are the most durable?
A. All Brownell materials are
developed with speed and durability as the number
one factor. As a general rule the more durable
the material the slower it will be. Keep in
mind that generally there is only a variance
of 3 to 6 fps from the slowest to the fastest
Brownell material.
Slowest to fastest: Ultra Cam- D75-D75Thin-TSPlus—Xcel
Q. What string material do I need for
a recurve or longbow?
A. If you have an older recurve
or longbow we suggest using our B50. If you
have a recent production bow, check with your
manufacturers recommendation for string material
but generally you can use D75, TSPlus or Xcel
with no problem.
Q. What type of maintenance does Brownell
materials require?
A. It is very important to
wax your bow strings and cables on a regular
basis but this is often the most neglected step
in maintenance. Brownell wax is formulated to
be compatible with all bow string materials.
If you shoot a lot or your bow is exposed to
the elements, wax at least every two weeks.
Never expose your bow to extended periods of
extreme heat such as in a closed vehicle during
the summer months.
Q. How often should I replace my strings
and cables?
A. This will depend on several
factors such as cam design, shots fired and
maintenance. With good maintenance a target
or 3D shooter should replace the strings and
cables every year and the average bowhunter
every two years.
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