Simple Method to Serve a Bow String

This is how I place a center serving on my bowstrings. This little video shows how to use the string serving jig in my last video. Enjoy!

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[youdafroob]

your vids are really good

[BackyardBowyer]

@youdafroob Thank you.

[docmann2001]

Concise, thorough, well-narrated and we-filmed. This is my "go-to" reference video for servings.

[BackyardBowyer]

@docmann2001 I'm glad the video has helped you.

[versatilechicken]

What is serving meant for?

[BackyardBowyer]

@versatilechicken It's for keeping the bow string from fraying from the fingers and arrow nock constantly rubbing against one spot. It can also help give a cleaner release and can prevent the string from snagging or fraying if it hits your arm/armguard.

[minichinny1]

@BackyardBowyer can you make a video on how to make a flat bow and can i use schl 20? thats all i can find where i am

[BackyardBowyer]

@MountainDweller67 Thank you. I use braided nylon. I used to use dacron, but it tends to fray after a while.

[MountainDweller67]

Great video, excellent style. Do you use nylon, or the B50 Dacron for serving most wood longbow strings?

[spotster1231]

@serizawa2207 he's married....