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These are quality Hickory backing strips for bowmaking. Whether you're backing a solid bow or gluing up several laminations, the Hickory backing is a durable backing. Grain configurations vary and the strips are approximately 1/8" x 1.5" x 68"-72". Extra shipping required. Adds strength and durability Approx. 1/8" x 1.5" x 72" Can be used with de-crowned woods ...read more
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Hickory Backing Reviews
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Moostache
3 years ago
I ordered 3 hickory backings. All of them had some real wonky grain structure. These had a good grain structure on one side but they would trail off the side 2/3 to 3/4 way up the piece or go from 7 to 9 growth rings on one side and widen to 4 to 5 on the other. Pretty unpredictable. I've ordered hickory backings from another company before and they had pretty straight grain… read more structure and almost all the grains ran the full length of the backing without stepping off the sides. Also wish they would make these 2" wide like other companies so we could at least choose the better part to use. 1.5" width ends up being extremely limiting unless you send a perfect piece... and these were not. I gave 3 stars since they were at least usable.
Waste of money
Stick Slinger
5 years ago
The grain was so poor that it was unusable as a backing. For the price paid I'd have hoped for something better.
I would purchase this product again. Thanks.
PapaJim
7 years ago
I used this product to back a low poundage hickory stave flat bow. Very consistent thickness and width. Good product.
Exactly what I needed
Holland
8 years ago
I used it to back an osage bow. The grain was excellent and was exactly as advertised.
Not for a beginner. And over priced for a master.
Dustinf
9 years ago
I just received this to use on a bow I've been commissioned to make. Sadly, it's less than ideal. The grain was ok, but the front has two massive table saw gouges in it. Then, when I checked the back, I saw that it had been planned, but very badly. It appears the machine used is not adjusted well, and the person who did it sped up considerably half way through. It was in no way… read more ready to glue. I see that some have gotten good ones. I just wish the one and only one I bought was. Between sanding the table saw gouges and re-planing it, I'll lose half the thickness. If I didn't have a planer, I'd be screwed. Which makes me think this wouldn't be great for someone just starting out.
Exactly what it said it was
Dan
11 years ago
I used it right out of the box without problems. I would have liked it to be a bit longer (76") as I was making an English style longbow. I made my first successful bow with this product. The backing is so strong that the bow ended up at 50# instead of the 35-40# I was planning.
I would buy this again
Cingetor
11 years ago
Good piece of wood, usable right from the box. Straight, even grain. My only remark is it could use a little rough sanding - the saw marks were still visible but this just gives it a good surface to glue to.
Hickory backing for bows
Tony
12 years ago
this is best used as a lamination with other wood such as cheery or ash. it will make a bow that is very durable and easy to draw with a draw of any were from 25 lb to 80 lb. cheers and happy shooting.
Spot on Quality
Mr. Short bow
12 years ago
Used this for the backing on my 48 inch recurve bow, extremely snappy,and produced good speed
Awesome Product!!!
MC Archer
12 years ago
I have ordered about 10 of these in the past year. All of them have made wonderful bows. I glue them on right out of the package and sand them down to a finish. I have never recieved one that I was not able to glue right on out of the package. The performance is outstanding. Makes all the bows I make durable and reliable. Wonderful product for the price.
Hickory Backing Questions and Answers
Asked by
Levi
11 years ago
I am building a mollegabet bow with 3" wide working limbs. How should I apply my backing strips? Would it be safe to apply two strips side by side, lined up in the center? Or should I apply one full strip in the center and then two 3/4" strips on either s
If this bow will need to be backed I would only use material tha
11 years ago
If this bow will need to be backed I would only use material that is the same width as the bow such as rawhide, linen or a piece of hickory that is 3 inches wide an not over 1/8 thick.
Asked by
Dill
3 years ago
Could I use two of these and the ipe core you sell to make a tri-laminate bow similar to the u-finish one you sell? So these hickory pieces as belly and back?
Yes , I see no problem with that combination that should make a
3 years ago
Yes , I see no problem with that combination that should make a nice bow . Send us some photos when you finish it .
Asked by
John
4 years ago
How many strips of hickory backing for $25.95
One piece 1\8" x 2" x 68" to72"
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4 years ago
One piece 1\8" x 2" x 68" to72" Virus-free. www.avast.com
I received 1 strip when I purchased the hickory backing.
4 years ago
I received 1 strip when I purchased the hickory backing.
One
4 years ago
One
Asked by
John Snead
5 years ago
Been trying to make some take-down limbs for a recurve out of red oak. They keep breaking half way through tilering. Would using this hickory be good to use if I glued up two pieces together?
This product is only recommend for backing a bow.
5 years ago
This product is only recommend for backing a bow.
Asked by
Nate
5 years ago
From the picture it looks like you get three pieces of backing strips for the price. Is that the case or is it only one? Thanks
This is sold individually.
5 years ago
This is sold individually.
You just get one.
5 years ago
You just get one.
Just one piece
It is an excellent backer btw
Kindest regards
Nic
5 years ago
Just one piece It is an excellent backer btw Kindest regards Nick McGaughey McGaughey Studio LLC
Asked by
Dylan
7 years ago
What type of hickory is this, is it shagbark, shellbark, pecan, bitternut.... etc
It comes to us only as Hickory. Unfortunately, I can not say whi
7 years ago
It comes to us only as Hickory. Unfortunately, I can not say which type.
I don't know the variety of hickory the backing is made of.
7 years ago
I don't know the variety of hickory the backing is made of.
Asked by
Tom
7 years ago
Can this be shipped to the UK?
Yes, it can be shipped to the UK
7 years ago
Yes, it can be shipped to the UK
Yes this can be shipped to the UK but the shipping is going to g
7 years ago
Yes this can be shipped to the UK but the shipping is going to go up due to the length of the material.
Asked by
Big James
7 years ago
Could this be used as a core for a fiberglass laminated bow
It's possible, but not what I would recommend. It's too thick an
7 years ago
It's possible, but not what I would recommend. It's too thick and does not have any taper to it
It's possible, but not what I would recommend. It's too thick an
7 years ago
It's possible, but not what I would recommend. It's too thick and does not have any taper to it.
Might be easier to use a tapered core material than not.
7 years ago
Might be easier to use a tapered core material than not.
Asked by
21outdoors
8 years ago
Is it possible to get hickory wood too dry if I use a dehumidifier.
Yes it is possible to get that wood too dry. It is already dried
8 years ago
Yes it is possible to get that wood too dry. It is already dried and ready for use.
Asked by
Semaj Ewor
10 years ago
Can this be used to replace a linen backing? If so how would you reccomend this be done, and what other tools/ equiptment would I need to purchase? Thank you.
You can use this in replacement for linen backing. The linen bac
10 years ago
You can use this in replacement for linen backing. The linen backing that is on the bow now will have to be removed and the bow planed or flattened to accept the hickory. Once the back is smooth you will want to glue to Hickory on. Once the glue has dried you will then have to retiller the bow.
Asked by
Levi
11 years ago
I am building a mollegabet bow with 3" wide working limbs. How should I apply my backing strips? Would it be safe to apply two strips side by side, lined up in the center? Or should I apply one full strip in the center and then two 3/4" strips on either s
If this bow will need to be backed I would only use material tha
11 years ago
If this bow will need to be backed I would only use material that is the same width as the bow such as rawhide, linen or a piece of hickory that is 3 inches wide an not over 1/8 thick.