How to Make a Bowstring : Page 385

Drive three 16 penny nails, about 12 inches apart, in abasement joist, if you are working in the basement, otherwisethe nails may have to be driven in a door frame. Appropriatea 10 quart pail and fill it with soil, clay, or any other material;this is for weight only. Make an S hook and attach it to thehandle of the pail. We are assuming that you have a vise. Youwill need a knife, a pair of scissors, and a comb. We are nowprepared and ready to make a string.

Measure the bow from nock to nock on the back side;we will assume that it is 5 feet, 8 inches long.

Set pin E at the 5 feet 8 inch mark and drive it in theboard.