Let's make silencers

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Let's make silencers

#1 Post by Graps »

This is a good use for an old bungee cord.
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Cut a piece three inches long.
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Then cut the outside off.
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#4 Post by Graps »

Then separate the strands and take about the same amount for two bindles.
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#5 Post by Graps »

Now with a small cable tie, locate the bundles where you want it on the bow string.
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Then just tighten the cable tie and cut the tag off.
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#7 Post by Graps »

Now the hard part.
Separate most of the strands with your fingers. It will get fluffier as you shoot.
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#8 Post by Graps »

Repeat on the other end and you are done.
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#9 Post by Captainkirk »

Now that's a tip I can use! Great one, thanks, Dale!
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#10 Post by Carpdaddy »

Good tip.

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