Leo Posted May 19, 2008 Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 I've never used wraps and honestly I've been reluctant to try them. But I had some scrap sign vinyl someone had given me and thought "what the heck?" I'll give it a try. Hint to the frugal minded archer. Sign vinyl is what wraps are made out of I cut some out the right size, wrapped them and fletched them. Jury is still out as to how long they'll last but they do look pretty. I'm wondering about replacing single fletchings. I have a feeling that's not going to be possible. But since it's costing me next to nothing to try I'm giving it a shot. I like how the yellow and green color scheme turned out. I left clearance in front of the nock because I don't want the wrap hiding nock cracks. Nock cracks make me nervous and I ditch arrows that get them. The F/S nocks I use now seem to significantly reduce those cracks. Anyhow this is my first batch of "Purty Arrows". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutchies Posted May 19, 2008 Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 Looks great. One major positive to using wraps is that arrows are easier to find after the shot. I found one of my arrows this year that I never would have found if it didn't have a wrap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted May 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 Thanks Hutchies, One thing I did absolutely notice. DO NOT try to wrap and fletch the same day. It can be done but the adhesive on the sheeting really needs at least a full 24hrs to get to full strength. That means if the fletching sticks just a little in the jig you might actually lift a bubble underneath it. I messed up the first one I did and then remembered how the sheeting adhesive works. Roll them pressing firmly on a hard surface after you wrap them and then wait a day before fletching. Works MUCH better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutchies Posted May 19, 2008 Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 Really, I have never had that problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted May 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 Really, I have never had that problem. It's hard to see. And honestly it might lay back down on its own if left alone. But I did notice it, so I waited until the next day and finished the job without incident. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted May 19, 2008 Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 I'm wondering about replacing single fletchings. I have a feeling that's not going to be possible. Nope! The glue sticks to the wrap to the point if you try and remove, the wrap will scrape off! DO NOT try to wrap and fletch the same day. It can be done but the adhesive on the sheeting really needs at least a full 24hrs to get to full strength. Maybe it is the type of material you use. The wraps from Onestringer that I use. I wrap and fletch all the same day. Never any problems here. It's hard to see. And honestly it might lay back down on its own if left alone. But I did notice it, so I waited until the next day and finished the job without incident. I had some wraps from another supplier. The material would not stick to itself! I tried super glue and other glue's. Wound up removing them all, and buying the ones I use now from Onestringer. Leo, If you PM me your address Ill send you some to try out! As long as your using a carbon shaft these will fit. But they do look nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted May 20, 2008 Report Share Posted May 20, 2008 They look great Leo. It sure makes finding arrows easier, and seeing the point of impact too. Looking good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dthbyhoyt Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Looks good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Very nice! I agree...the wraps make the arrow easier to find after a shot... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ckcranch Posted May 27, 2008 Report Share Posted May 27, 2008 I'm kind of new to bow hunting, I am just getting back into it after about 10 years. I've never used arrow wraps and was wondering what their purpose was. Is it strictly for looks and personalizing your arrows or do they have some added benefit in arrow performance? This may be a dumb question, but I was just wondering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted June 1, 2008 Report Share Posted June 1, 2008 I'm kind of new to bow hunting, I am just getting back into it after about 10 years. I've never used arrow wraps and was wondering what their purpose was. Is it strictly for looks and personalizing your arrows or do they have some added benefit in arrow performance? This may be a dumb question, but I was just wondering. They became popular on hunting shows as they can show the arrow in flight and the moment of impact on an animal. That is where you started seeing them. Now guys are doing it to make their's stand out and its just something I beleive customizes your arrows and makes your arrows, your arrows! Plus if you get a pass through on an animal, the color of the blood on your wrap can tell you what type of hit you may have made on it. You can really jazz up arrows with a cool wrap and vane color combo. Plus its fun to do, I just did my first set today and they look good. Will post when time allows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimPic Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 I'm kind of new to bow hunting, I am just getting back into it after about 10 years. I've never used arrow wraps and was wondering what their purpose was. Is it strictly for looks and personalizing your arrows or do they have some added benefit in arrow performance? This may be a dumb question, but I was just wondering. Years ago,archers would dip their shafts and crest.It was their "trademark" so to speak.Now with wraps becoming popular(and alot more convenient),it gives the arrow a more personalized look.I use wraps but sometimes I'll still put a crown dip and crest.These arrows are wrapped and I crested them myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoytguy Posted June 9, 2008 Report Share Posted June 9, 2008 Those are awesome looking wood shafts. Just started working with wood. In the process of building my own cresting machine. Wait till this beauty is done....i'll post some pics when it's done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimPic Posted June 9, 2008 Report Share Posted June 9, 2008 Those are actually Carbon Express Heritage shafts(carbon w/ woodgrain finish).These are wood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted June 9, 2008 Report Share Posted June 9, 2008 Looking good, Leo. I use to dip and crest arrows as well. Then along came the wraps. They make some nice arrows and add that personal touch as you can get them custom made as a reasonable price. The possible combinations are endless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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