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Item Number: 7050
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Q: Do y'all match them with there color so they look alike? Asked on 4/12/2013 by Pedro the archer from Junction TX Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: They are matched as closely as possible from the vendor. Answered on 4/13/2013 by Justin from 3Rivers Archery
Q: What is the best glue to use to apply there's to a fiberglass backed bow? Asked on 11/15/2012 by Garrett from Baton Rouge, Louisiana Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: EA-40 Smooth On Epoxy Answered on 11/20/2012 by Dave from 3Rivers Archery
Q: Is this a western diamondback or a praire rattlesnake? Asked on 6/8/2012 by newbie from Pa Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: These are skins from a western diamondback rattlesnake. Answered on 6/8/2012 by Justin from 3Rivers Archery
Q: So, the skins sould be put on after they have been soaked in water? Somehow I though they were supposed to be put on dry... Asked on 3/4/2012 by Anonymous Know the answer? Answer this question 2 answers A: No, the skins are not pliable when they are dry. you wan to be able to get all of the air bubbles out and create an air tight seal when applying the skins. Answered on 3/5/2012 by Justin from 3Rivers Archery A: The skins need to be hydrated so that they are pliable and easy to work with. I soak the skins for about 1/2 an hour in water. Then, I remove them from the water and blot them dry with a paper towel. They'll still be damp but not soaking wet. While the skins are soaking, you can "size" your bow by applying a thin layer of glue (I use Titebond 3) to the back. Sizing allows the wood to soak up the glue and helps the skins adhere. One the glue is tacky or dry, add more glue to the back and apply the skins. Be sure and wrap the bow with an ace bandage, or remove air bubbles and excess glue by hand. Answered on 5/16/2012 by brianvanh from Iowa
Q: can these be shipped to Australia? Asked on 12/17/2011 by bigpete from goolwa,south australia Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Most times yes, but it all comes down to customs. Answered on 12/20/2011 by Shawn from 3Rivers Archery
Q: Are any skins available that are minimum 5-6" wide by 40-45" long without heads or tails? Asked on 11/6/2011 by Anonymous from Addison, IL Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: The skins that we carry are for backing bows. They are normally 2" to 3" wide and typically only 36" to 40" long. We do not have any under your specifications. Answered on 11/7/2011 by Justin from 3Rivers Archery
Q: Are your skins tanned or salt dried ? Asked on 11/6/2011 by Anonymous from Addison, IL Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: The snake skins that we offer are air dried. Answered on 11/7/2011 by Art from 3Rivers Archery
Q: The bow I am building is 48" long and 2 1/2" at the widest point on the limbs. Will these skins be wide enough? Also, should I finish the bow first, then apply the skins and finish again. Or just finish once after the skins are in place. Thanks for your help Asked on 4/2/2011 by Anonymous from Kasilof, Alaska Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: You will not be able to get 2 1/2'' out of these skins. If, by chance, we have some that are this wide it will be because of the belly scales on the sides. The belly scales do not compliment the skin. Answered on 4/5/2011 by Art from 3Rivers Archery
Q: I'm ready to apply your rattlesnake skins to the limbs of my longbow, once the skins are glued in place should I cover them with a varnish or polyurathane to protect them? Asked on 2/14/2011 by micksdad from ny Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Here is how I put skins on, When prepping the bow sand the back lightly with sand paper you just want it to be a little rough to the touch so that you get a good glue bond. Once you have sanded the bow take a clean rag and rubbing alcohol to clean off the bow. Now take your skins and lay them in room temperature water and let them get pliable and soft. Lay a layer of tite bond ll or lll down either one will work now squeegee off any remaining water from the skins and lay the head end down first at the handle area then lay the rest down on the limb. Wet your finger and rub from the head to the tail forcing out any air pockets trapped under the skin. By doing this you will not have to wrap the skins and they will stay in place til dried. Let the skins dry for about 1 week because since the skins are water proof it will take longer for the glue to dry. Once the skins are dry you will need to remove the scales. You can either use your thumb and push lightly from head to tail and remove the scales or I prefer the pet lint roller just roll it up and down the limb and once it is full just peel another sheet off and keep rolling until you do not get any to stick. I prefer to use the tru oil to bring the color back into the skins and it also protects then and gives them an antiqued look. If I put the skins on a glass bow I prefer to use the Minwax polyurethane spray so that it is a more clearer look. Answered on 2/15/2011 by Art from 3Rivers Archery
Q: I have a 68" bow, thus I'll need 64" of snakeskin. Is this possible to request? Asked on 1/28/2011 by Elijah from Colorado Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: They come in pairs. You should have more than enough to finish your bow. Answered on 2/1/2011 by Anonymous
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