Guest lobsterman Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 anyone tried these, just got back from my archery shop, had some in there. just wondering what you guys think of them before i spend $30. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NonTypicalDeerHunter Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 Re: lumiknock i thought they were awesome...it didnt really affect my arrows flight either like some people said they would....i didn't get to shoot one at a deer but when i was practicing in low light hours it was awesome to see that nock lit up you'll love em' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bow Hunter Derek Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 Re: lumiknock My archery league partner has some and shoots them in league some times just for fun. They are pretty cool. At 20 yards, he gets about 1" lower impact using the luminocks than regular nocks due to the extra weight. He just adjusts slightly for it. I'll probably get some before next fall's deer season. They are pretty cool to watch fly through the air, even under good lighting. It would be awesome to shoot a deer with one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billkay Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 Re: lumiknock They are pretty cool! Makes it very easy to find your arrow after a shot at a deer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IllinoisArcher Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 Re: lumiknock always wanted some think there a little pricy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo_hunter Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 Re: lumiknock I think I'll try some this fall also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 Re: lumiknock every now and then archerytalk.com has someone on there selling them pretty cheap in the classifieds, then again they get snatched up quick too. Cheap meaning as little as $5.00 a nock and they also show how to make homemade ones out of fishing bobbers for you do it yourselfer's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDNKHNTR77 Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 Re: lumiknock i got some this christmas in the gift exchange, cant wait to try em out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted March 1, 2006 Report Share Posted March 1, 2006 Re: lumiknock I used em...gonna get more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bow Hunter Derek Posted March 2, 2006 Report Share Posted March 2, 2006 Re: lumiknock Last night, I decided to take on a little project. I made two "luminoks". It took me about 10 minutes to make them and cost me about $3 each. They turned out pretty slick. I simply used some nocks, Goat Tuff glue, and some bobbler lights I bought at Wal-mart. Once they are assembled, simply pull them out about 1/16" to turn them off. When they are shot, they turn on automatically. I found the idea over at archerytalk, but modified it a little bit. I'll probably make some more real soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo_hunter Posted March 3, 2006 Report Share Posted March 3, 2006 Re: lumiknock [ QUOTE ] Last night, I decided to take on a little project. I made two "luminoks". It took me about 10 minutes to make them and cost me about $3 each. They turned out pretty slick. I simply used some nocks, Goat Tuff glue, and some bobbler lights I bought at Wal-mart. Once they are assembled, simply pull them out about 1/16" to turn them off. When they are shot, they turn on automatically. I found the idea over at archerytalk, but modified it a little bit. I'll probably make some more real soon. [/ QUOTE ] Do you have any pics. you could post? How much do the ones you made weigh? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted March 3, 2006 Report Share Posted March 3, 2006 Re: lumiknock Derek, I tried making some as well but not much luck. One hit the target and fractured. How do you get them to turn on when you shoot? The Lumenock has 2 tabs that make contact when butted up to the arrow shaft upon release. I have tried the Archerytalk plans and have not had much sucess. I know how to make them where you can turn them on but you have to turn them on before you shoot. What is your secret to making them light up after release? Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKYhunter Posted March 3, 2006 Report Share Posted March 3, 2006 Re: lumiknock I've never tried any but have thought about getting some tracer nocks. There a little cheaper than the luminoks. Check em out and see what you think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slughunter Posted March 3, 2006 Report Share Posted March 3, 2006 Re: lumiknock i wish i had them last season, i shot a 4 pointer and the arrow stuck in his shoulder, tracked him forever that whole day, it would of been easy to find him in the dark, just look for the little red light. i like the fact the batteries last for over 40 hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bow Hunter Derek Posted March 4, 2006 Report Share Posted March 4, 2006 Re: lumiknock I've built two versions now. Let me first say that if you are looking for a cost effective "Lumanok", just go on Ebay and buy some for around $20 for three. You'll save your time and a lot of hassel for the few extra bucks. However, if you are like me and just love to tinker with stuff, just for the fun of it, then this is an ideal little project. I toss out this warning because, you will ruin a few little lights in the learning process, so the true Lumanok may be a more cost effective solution. What I did was very similar to what is on Archery Talk. I took several nocks and drilled them out to 5/32" and stopped the drill bit just at the point were the nock transitions from the insert into the arrow, to the part you see sticking out of the arrow. I then over bored the hole by 1/64" to a about 3/32" short of my first hole. This allows the head of the Thill light to sit snug into the nock, yet let the battery section slide in and out easily. Before inserting the light, I took some Goat Tuff glue and put some where the light and red collar for the light join. I found that the lights tend to want to slip out of the collar. Once the glue sets up, I set up my butane torch and took a small sewing needle (it can not be a pin like described on AT, it must be a needle. A pin won't handle the heat). I get the tip red hot and stick it through the nock and into the red collar on the light. Once it cools, I trim off the needle and file down the stub left sticking out. Now you have a nock that will turn on and off. The next trick was to figure out how to turn it on at the shot. So, I took shrink tubing and put it on the battery base. It takes about 3 layers melted onto the battery base for it to hold tight in the arrow. I suppose this depends also on how thick the tubing is. I just had a bunch in my tool box, so I used that. When you get it the right diameter so that it fits snug into the arrow, you are done. Just slide the whole unit into the arrow. You should have to press hard enough so that the light turns on when you put in the nock. Once it is all the way seated in, pull out on the nock and it will shut off. When you shoot your arrow it will turn on. I currently have 6 of these that work good. I've got three that are junk. Like I said, if you are prepared to have a few mistake ones, take on this project. If not, just buy the Lumanoks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ny_gun Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Re: lumiknock Last night on TV Ted Nugent was hunting at the YO Ranch with Lumiknocks. When he shot you could clearly see the knock glowing through the air and right into the Sika Deer. It was pretty neat to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest holt525 Posted March 12, 2006 Report Share Posted March 12, 2006 Re: lumiknock do they make um for a crossbow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PaGriz Posted March 15, 2006 Report Share Posted March 15, 2006 Re: lumiknock Yep! They should be out soon if not already according to the Mfg. Pa Griz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted March 17, 2006 Report Share Posted March 17, 2006 Re: lumiknock I have some new Eastons and I am waiting for the Burt Coyote company to make a Lumenock for Easton's new "H" nock!! Hope they do make them soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted March 17, 2006 Report Share Posted March 17, 2006 Re: lumiknock They look awesome to me too! Im thinking about ordering some off of ebay. At first I want sure but the more I see them in hunting shows and such the more I want a set! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IowaDeerHunter Posted March 21, 2006 Report Share Posted March 21, 2006 Re: lumiknock I just ordered a set of six off ebay for only 39.95! Inbeilievable price! Got them in and they are sweet! they are usually 9.99 a piece at cabelas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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