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Page 1: TECHNICAL GUIDEarchery-shop.jp/manual/Bohning_Tech_Guide_2016_Final.pdfChoosing the Right Nock 12, 17, 18-21 Nock Terms 13 Installing Nocks 13-14 Inspecting Your Nock 15 Built for

TECHNICAL GUIDE

WWW.BOHNING.COM

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Check your work area (table, area and hands) for possible adhesion contaminants: oil, food, silicones, grease, dust, WD-40 or other aerosol lubricants, etc. Assuming you are using a used clamp and jig, clean by letting the clamp soak for a couple of hours in acetone (you may leave it overnight if more convenient). This will soften the dried glue and allow you to wipe it off easily. Numbering your clamps will allow you to identify potential issues with some of them in the future. After you have cleaned your jig, make clean-up simple by using Clamp Release Tape on the clamps. Clamp Release Tape prevents adhesive build-up on your jig and ensures you do not glue your clamp to the arrow shaft in the fletching process if too much glue is used. Do not let the glue set on your jig: wipe it off with a paper towel between each use.

1) a. For new shafts: Cut shaft to proper length. b. For used shafts (re-fletching): Remove old vanes, wraps and glue with “The Stripper” or the “Strip-Pro”by Bohning. To remove sticky residue, spray Bohning Wrap Adhesive Remover on shaft and wipe with lint free towel until all residue is removed.

2) Carbon and Aluminum shafts: Clean shaft with Bohning SSR and scrub with Scotch-Brite® pad. Rinse under HOT running water and let air dry. Wooden shafts: Sand the shaft with coarse grit sand paper, then buff the surface smooth with a fine grit sand paper. Use a tack cloth to remove sawdust. To seal the wood, we recommend dipping entire shaft in a water-based Acry-Lac Gloss, or solvent-based Fletch-Lac Clear, Fletch-Lac Blue Clear, Fletch-Lac Supercoat or Stain.

3) If using inserts, install with one of Bohning’s adhesives: Ferr-l-tite®, Ferr-l-tite® Cool Flex, Insert Iron, Instant Gel or Blazer® Bond (see table on page 5).

Do Not Clean Bohning Vanes: All Bohning vanes are primed for optimal adhesion. Do NOT remove the primer by sanding or rubbing with solvents. Bohning primer is compatible with all known archery adhesives. It is OK (although not necessary) to apply a primer on the vanes if your instant glue comes with one.

Preparation

Fletching InstructionsTable of

Contents

Fletching Instructions 3-9Preparation 3Wrap or Dip 4Glue 5Choosing Your Vane 6Fletching 7Removal 8Adhesion Trouble Shooting 9

Bowstring Wax 10-11Seal-Tite® 10Tex-Tite® 11

The Nock Guide 12-21The Modern Nock 12Choosing the Right Nock 12, 17, 18-21Nock Terms 13Installing Nocks 13-14Inspecting Your Nock 15Built for Speed 15-16Rigorous Testing 16Bohning Nocks 17Wrap and Nock Selection 18-21

Updated Janurary 2016

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Wraps: Bohning Wraps help personalize your arrows and provide a convenient and effective surface

allowing for great adhesion. All wraps are not equal. There are multiple grades of materials that are sold as arrow wraps.

If a manufacturer has not obtained the correct surface coating and thickness, adhesion problems may arise. The material used by the Bohning Company has been tested and verified for adhesion strength and durability.

APPLYING ARROW WRAPS:1) Remove wrap from backing. Place adhesive side up on

semi-soft surface (mouse pad).

2) Align shaft with edge of wrap and roll with steady motion and downward pressure.

3) Place index fletching over the wrap seam to help secure the wrap.

Dipping: Dipping your arrows will improve adhesion bonding in high humidity. You can use Fletch-Lac as is or you can dilute it with Fletch-Lac thinner (60% paint, 40% thinner) and apply two to three coats. This is our preferred method as it creates a thin and lightweight coat.

When choosing a glue there are many factors which will affect your decision. Some of them include:

Application: different glues should be chosen for fletching vs. applying inserts, etc. Shaft type will also be a determining factor

Environment: some glues are best in high humidity vs. low humidity

Viscosity (resistance to flow): personal preference will determine the thickness of the glue.

Time: the amount of time before shooting is recommended

Wrap or Dip Glue

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Fletch arrows using one of the Bohning Fletching Jigs: Tower®, Blazer® Helix, Straight or Pro Class Jig. Bohning jigs are designed to apply the correct amount of pressure along the entire vane or feather. Results may vary if other jig brands are used.

For optimum results we recommend fletching Blazer® vanes at a 3˚ helical. Read all jig instructions first for best results.

TO HELP YOU CHOOSE A JIG:

Tower® Jig - Fast! Fletch 3 vanes at once (some assembly is required).

Blazer® Jig - Simple! Fletch 1 vane at a time. Easy setup and operation.

Pro Class Jig - Most economical! Numerous configuration options with magnetic “snap” clamp. Fletch 1 vane or feather at a time, any length.

Some competitor jigs use magnets on the clamp ends for fletching. We find that these do not apply enough downward pressure for good adhesion.

Make sure your jig is properly set up so that the base of the vane is completely flush with the shaft. Test this by putting a vane and shaft in the jig WITHOUT any glue and adjust it as needed.

BASIC FLETCHING INSTRUCTIONS:

1) Seat vane securely to the bottom of clamp slot/clip. Apply thin bead of Bohning glue to vane base.

2) Follow jig instructions for specific arrow shaft insertion, etc. Allow proper clamp time in the jig according to glue instructions.

3) Carefully remove arrow from jig, dot tip and tail of vane with a small amount of glue (for added security) and allow proper cure time according to glue instructions before use.

How much glue do you need? For solvent based glues like Fletch-Tite Platinum®, fill the base of the vane. Instant glues (CA glues) only require a thin bead of glue that coats the entire vane base.

FletchingChoosing Your Vane

Blazer® ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Blazer® X2 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Mini Blazer® ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Micro Blazer® ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Killer ✓ ✓ ✓Ice ✓ ✓ ✓ImpulseTM 3” & 4” ✓ ✓ ✓ImpulseTM Deux ✓ ✓ ✓ImpulseTM First Flight ✓ ✓X Vane® - Parabolic ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓X Vane® - Shield Cut: 1.5”,1.75”, 2.25”

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

X Vane® - Shield Cut: 3” & 3.5”

✓ ✓ ✓

Air Vane ✓ ✓ ✓Blazer® Stretch FletchTM ✓ ✓Blazer® QuikFletch® ✓ ✓Bolt Vane ✓

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Adhesion Trouble Shooting

Sometimes problems can arise while fletching. Listed below are recommendations to help determine a solution to some common problems.

BASIC TIPS TO PREVENT PROBLEMS:- Proper shaft prep is very important for strong adhesion.- Follow all instructions and allow time for proper clamp and cure time for adhesives.- For best results with Fletch-Tite Platinum®: fletch arrows and allow to cure in a controlled climate with low humidity (30-50% relative humidity). If humidity is too high (especially above 70% relative humidity) we recommend fletching with an instant adhesive such as Blazer® Bond or Instant Gel.

-It is important to make sure none of these items are in your fletching area: Silicone based aerosols, oils/chemicals, excess dust/pet hair, food/beverage

- Use a substantial amount of glue on vane base. It is ok if the glue beads up slightly around the vane base when fletched (see page 7 for details).

- Clean jig clamps/arms frequently with acetone and use Bohning’s clamp release tape to prevent adhesive build up (which impedes downward pressure).

- Discard glue after 2 years and purchase new to ensure best adhesion properties.

HOW TO IDENTIFY OTHER PROBLEMS:

Glue is on the shaft: usually indicates a problem with vanes. Some vanes are manufactured using release agent and need to be cleaned prior to fletching. This is not the case with Bohning vanes.

Glue is on the vanes, arrow shaft is clean: usually indicates a problem with the arrow shaft. Repeat the cleaning procedure and try again. Some shafts need more abrasion. Sometimes the best solution to this is to use a wrap or dip the arrow shaft.

Glue is on both vane and arrow shaft: could indicate a jig not properly set-up, a damaged clamp (if you have numbered them, look for a pattern in the failure), glue has not been allowed to dry for recommended amount of time or a contaminant on parts of the shaft or vanes.

The Bohning Company offers many vane styles. The chart on page 6 helps archers determine which vane is best based on intended use. See the Bohning catalog or website (www.bohning.com) for more information on individual vanes.

Vanes: Use “The Stripper” or the “Strip-Pro” by Bohning to strip the vanes and glue off the shaft.

FOR ALUMINUM ARROWS: Remove nock. Plug arrow using Bohning Dip’N Plugz. Soak the end in acetone or denatured alcohol

for a couple of hours or overnight to remove traces of adhesives.

FOR CARBON ARROWS: Completely scrape adhesive residue off using “The Stripper” or the “Strip-Pro.” Wipe with acetone or denatured alcohol-

Do not soak.

Wraps: There are 3 ways to remove wraps that we recommend.

A) Use “The Stripper” or the “Strip-Pro” to remove the wrap.

B) Use a hair dryer to soften the adhesive and peel the wrap.

C) Soak the wrapped shaft in hot water and peel off the wrap.

Use Bohning Wrap Adhesive Remover to remove vinyl residue from the shaft.

Paint: Soak in acetone or lacquer thinner overnight, then scrub the paint off. Proceed to shaft preparation explained on page 3.

For all: After removal process is complete, proceed to shaft preparation (as shown on page 3).

Removal

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Tex-Tite® Bowstring Wax

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Seal-Tite® is silicone-based bowstring wax formulated especially for high-tensile synthetic bowstrings that require surface lubrication. It remains

soft in cold weather and extends bowstring life by reducing friction between the fibers during shooting. Synthetic bowstrings are not porous and wax cannot penetrate the string fibers. Wax protects bowstrings and serving from the weather and provides a silky, odorless, waterproof, and durable coating.

Tube of Seal-Tite®

Optional: leather strip to rub the wax onto the string (although using your fingers is recommended)

To apply to bowstrings:

Start with a clean string (remove dirt and old wax).

Warm the tube by rolling it between your hands first to loosen.

Remove lid and push wax up from the bottom of the tube.

Apply liberally to the bowstring fibers.

Rub wax into fibers briskly using fingers or the leather strip. The leather strip allows for a quicker and more even application, but the drawback is that friction may overheat the string and wax. For this reason we recommend using your fingers so it is easy to feel the temperature of the wax and string.

As wax warms, it melts onto fibers.

Wax string at the first indication of wear in string fibers (approximately 200 shots). Some signs of wear include fraying of the string and discoloration.

Other uses:Use on press-fit nocks. Apply to nock shank for easier insertion and indexing.

Silicone-based wax Odorless, waterproofProtects string and serving Stays tacky

Tex-Tite® is a high-viscosity wax formulated for Dacron or synthetic bowstrings. It is a Paraffin-based wax blend that protects string and serving from the weather, providing a tacky, odorless, waterproof, and durable coating. Dry bowstring fibers tend to vibrate against each other when the bow is shot, potentially wearing the fibers out prematurely and weakening the bowstring. Proper application of a good formula wax can extend the life of a bowstring many times over.

Tube of Tex-Tite® Optional: leather strip to rub the wax onto the string (although using your fingers is recommended)

To apply to bowstrings:Start with a clean string (remove dirt and old wax).Warm the tube by rolling it between your hands first to loosen.Remove lid and push wax up from the bottom of the tube.Apply liberally to the bowstring fibers.Rub wax into fibers briskly using fingers or the leather strip. The leather strip allows for a quicker and more even application, but the drawback is that friction may overheat the string and wax too much. For this reason we recommend using your fingers so it is easy to feel the temperature of the wax and string. As wax warms, it melts onto fibers.

Wax string at the first indication of wear in string fibers (approximately 200 shots). Some signs of wear include fraying of the string and discoloration.

Other uses:Use Tex-Tite® on all threads. The wax keeps points and broadheads from loosening and keeps threads from rusting or seizing inside insert. Simply coat threads and install. Use on press-fit nocks. Apply to nock shank for easier insertion and indexing.

Paraffin based wax Odorless, waterproofProtects string and serving Stays tacky

Seal-Tite® Bowstring Wax

Overview

Tools Required

Application

Key Points

Overview

Tools Required

Application

Key Points

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The Nock Guide

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Double Lock- Two sets of small nubs in the string groove that “snap” the nock onto the string

Ears- The two protrusions of the nock that clip onto the bow stringIndex Ridge- A small rib on one side of the nock that helps an archer orient the arrow by feel

Nock Bushing- An adapter used to fit relatively small press fit nocks into larger arrow shafts

Pin- The short metal post that a Pin Nock is pressed onto when installedPin Nock Adapter- The metal insert necessary to install a Pin Nock on a hollow shaft Shank- The part of some nocks that fits inside of an arrow shaft or nock bushingShoulder- The base of the nock that sits flush against the end of the shaft or adapterSingle Lock- A single set of nubs in the string groove that “snap” onto the bowstringString Groove- The space between the ears of a nock, measured at the narrowest point

Swedged Shaft- An arrow shaft with a tapered endTapered Shaft End- An 11.5° cone at the end of a swedged arrow shaft ideal for a snug fit with glue-on nocks

Throat- The bottom of the string groove where the string sits during shooting

There are 3 kinds of nocks, all which require a slightly different approach: Press fit nocks, pin nocks, and tapered/swedged nocks.

Press Fit NocksThere are many methods for installing nocks, most of which are NOT recommended as they have a tendency to damage nocks. Never do the following: Push the nock ears against a hard surface, use pliers to twist into place, or bite the nock. Instead, always use a plastic indexing tool to insert and index your nocks. We recommend using the Bohning Nock Indexing Tool, the Deluxe Broadhead Wrench, or the Nock-Out Tool. Using bowstring wax on press fit nocks can be useful for indexing, especially if the nock fit is very tight. Simply apply a small amount of wax to the nock shank and rotate the nock as you insert it into the arrow shaft. Continue rotating the nock to the proper index position to match the fletchings. Never glue press fit nocks. If your nock fit is too loose, we recommend using Teflon Tape around the nock shank to ensure a tighter fit.

Glossary of Terms

Installing Nocks

The Modern Nock

DOUBLE LOCK

EAR

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STRING GROOVE

THROAT

SHANK

PIN NOCKADAPTER

PIN PRESS FIT TAPERED/SWEDGED

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Choosing the Right Nock

Application Recommended*

Nock Reason

3D Pin, but hunting nocks are

commonly used as well Pin nocks are much less likely to “Robin Hood” in tight-group shooting situations due to the metal Pin adapter

Bowfishing Legend Rugged and simple, perfect for tapered fiberglass shafts Crossbow Flat, Halfmoon Designed to handle the rigors of firing high-speed bolts

Hunting Signature, A, Blazer, F, H.E. The double-lock ensures the nock will not fall off the string if the bow is drawn down

NASP Legend, F Durable and easy to install on most NASP shafts Target Pin Easiest way to nock larger-diameter “Line splitter” shafts

Traditional Classic, Legend, T Perfect for swedged/tapered aluminum and wood shafts *These recommendations are guidelines only and do not necessarily reflect all usable combinations

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Pin NocksUsing hot-melt adhesive for inserting

Pin nock adapters: Caution: Do not touch hot surfaces or adhesives with bare skin. Always wear

heat-resistant gloves and eye protection when performing this task.

Hold the pin nock adapter by the pin with pliers and heat over a small flame. Heat hot-melt adhesive stick with flame until it glosses over (just

before melting). Apply heat again to adapter while applying the stick of melted adhesive to it. Be sure to apply adhesive all the way around the adapter

insert. Press pin nock adapter into arrow shaft while rotating one complete turn around. Wipe off excess hot melt material.

Refer to the Technical Bulletin on Bohning Insert Iron™, Ferr-L-Tite®, and Cool Flex™ for more information on installing Pin Nock adapters. Once the adapter

is securely installed in the shaft, fully seat a Pin Nock over the pin using the Bohning Nock Indexing Tool and rotate it to the correct index position.

Tapered/Swedged NocksThese are the only nocks that should ever be glued in place.

Typically these nocks are installed prior to fletching (if applicable) so indexing is not usually a concern during installation. To install, simply apply a 3-4 drops of Bohning Blazer® Bond Instant Glue or Instant Gel to the tapered surface at

the end of the shaft. Use caution as these adhesives bond to skin instantly!Using light pressure, twist the swedged nock onto the tapered end, gradually

increasing the pressure until the nock has been rotated one full turn. This twisting action ensures the glue evenly spreads between the shaft and

the nock, providing the best possible bond. If indexing is required (e.g. for bowfishing shafts or pre-fletched arrows) continue turning the nock until the

correct orientation is achieved before the glue dries. Wipe up any excess glue with a paper towel or cotton swab.

The smallest nick or crack in your nock can lead to major failure on your next shot. Just like your arrow shaft, it is important to inspect your nock before every shot. Nock damage may occur at the target when subsequently shot arrows hit them. For example, if you graze one of your arrows and a small nick the size of a pin point is now near the shoulder of your nock, it may not look like much, but that nick may be just the tip of the proverbial iceberg. Minuscule cracks not visible to the naked eye may be radiating from that nick deep into the nock. If left unnoticed, those small cracks could propagate into a major fracture zone the next time it is fired, which could harm both you and your equipment. When in doubt, remove it, and replace the nock.

Not all nocks are created equal. With today’s bows edging ever closer to 400 FPS, your nock will need to handle forces like never before. At Bohning we have dedicated time, research, and put our expert knowledge to work to produce nocks that will withstand the rigors that faster bows produce.Contact area with the bowstring plays a major role in a nock’s longevity at high speeds. Nocks with a saddle-shaped throat tend to focus all of the bowstring’s force onto one point in the very center of the curve as shown in Figure 1. The problem with this common design choice is that focusing so much force onto such a relatively small area may lead to rapid deformation of the nock throat. This is noticed as a “V” shape in what normally should be a perfectly circular nock throat. This “V-ing” is a visual indicator of what the bowstring is doing to the nock—essentially wedging it apart. As the V becomes more and more pronounced, the ears of the nock spread further apart, until it reaches the point where it will no longer snap onto the string.The solution to this problem lies in the throat geometry much more so than the nock material itself. Nocks with a half-pipe style throat (Figure 2) distribute the force of the bowstring over a broader

Inspecting Your Nock

Built for Speed

 

Figure  0    Saddle  Throat   Figure  0    Half-­‐Pipe  Throat  

Fig. 1 - Saddle Throat

Fig. 2 - Half-Pipe Throat

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area. This change in

geometry effectively transmits the same amount

of force to the arrow, without deformation to the throat or spreading

of the ears. The photo to the right shows two nocks, the first with ears in proper position due to correct nock geometry. The second nock shows throat deformation and spreading of the ears.

At Bohning, we proudly stand behind our products and our nocks are no exception! Bohning nocks are pushed to the limits in testing—in the lab, at the range, and in the field. Likewise, we put our competitor’s products through the same gauntlet of tests. Anybody can say their nock is the best on the market, but here at Bohning we know the importance of having accurate data to back it up and ensure our nocks can keep up with any bow speed. Testing includes shooting each sample nock

1000 times at over 345 feet per second (FPS) (110+ foot-pounds of K.E.) with close inspection after each shot (shown to the upper left). Shear and compression testing is conducted in the lab to check for potential quality issues such as brittleness, cracking, and high-stress areas (show to the right). Any foreseeable nock problem is taken into account at Bohning and resolved through a continuous process of engineering, research, and testing.

Know your nock: What you need and how to install it correctly.

Nock inspection is important for the safety of every archer .

Bohning nocks are shot 1000 times at speeds exceeding 345 FPS (110+ foot-pounds of K.E.).Today’s bows continue to get faster: Bohning has nocks that can keep up.Nock 1: Normal ear positioning

Nock 2: Ear spreading

Rigorous Testing

Key Points

Shot tracking sheet Side by side nock compression testing

Bohning Nocks

Blazer® ✓Signature 12.7A ✓ 7F ✓ 6H.E. ✓ 7.7Original Blazer Pin (standard throat, small throat)

Smooth Release Pin 5Classic (11/32”, 5/16”)

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Bohning Compatible Product

Bohning Compatible Product

Bohning Compatible Product

Wrap and Nock Selection

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Pork  Chop  Crossbow Large Flat  or  half  moonSpe3d Standard Blazer/Signature/FDead  Ringer Large Blazer/Signature/FCarbon  Flash Small N/ACarbon  Diva Large Blazer/SignatureMFX Small A  Nock

Black Eagle Wrap NockHuntingCarnivore Standard Blazer/SignatureDeep  Impact Small F  NockRampage Small A  NockMagnum XL Blazer/Signature  or  F  (bushing)Challenger Large Blazer/Signature  or  F  or  Pin  (bushing)X-­‐Impact Small F  NockExecutioner Large .303  half  moon  or  flatX-­‐Bow Large .303  half  moon  or  flatZombie  Slayer Standard Blazer  or  SignatureZombie  X-­‐Bow Large .303  half  moon  or  flatPS23   Large Blazer/Signature  or  F  or  Pin  (bushing)Renegade Standard A  Nock  Or  Pin  (bushing)  Outlaw Standard Blazer/Signature  or  F  or  Pin  (bushing)Outlaw  Pink  Crested  Edition Standard Blazer/Signature  or  F  or  Pin  (bushing)

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XX75  Platium  Plus See  our  website Blazer/Sig  or  F

Neos Small See  our  website

XX75  Genesis Standard F  or  LegendXX75  Jazz XS See  our  website

28"  Span See  our  website See  our  website

XX75  Tribute See  our  website See  our  website

X7  Eclipse See  our  website Sig/Blazer/F  (bushing)X23  Shafts Large Sig/Blazer/F  (bushing)X27  Shafts XL Sig/Blazer/F  (bushing)Full  Bore XL Sig/Blazer/F  (bushing)27/64 XL Sig/Blazer/F  (bushing)Fat  Boy Large Sig/Blazer/F  (bushing)23/64 Large Sig/Blazer/F  (bushing)Epic Standard H  E  NockH  Nock Standard H  E  NockLight  Speed  3D Standard F  NockF  Nock Standard F  NockApollo See  our  website F  or  Pin  NocksCarbon  One See  our  website F  or  Pin  NocksACG See  our  website F  or  Pin  NocksACC See  our  website F  NockX-­‐10  Protour XS Pin  NocksAC  Pro  Field Standard F  or  Pin  NocksACE Small F  or  Pin  NocksX10 XS Pin  Nocks

Bowfire Standard Blazer/Signature

Nemesis Small HE  Nock

Deep  Six  FMJ Small N/A

Deep  Six  Injexion Small N/A

da'Torch Standard Blazer/Signature/A

Axis Small A  Nock

Realtree  or   Small A  Nock

Traditional Small A  Nock

Full  Metal  Jacket Small A  Nock

FMJ Small A  Nock

FMJ  Dangerous  Game Small A  Nock

Hexx Small HE  Nock

BloodLine Small HE  Nock

Bloodline  Camo Small HE  Nock

Flatline Standard Blazer/Signature

ION Small HE  Nock

Aftermath Small HE  Nock

ACC  Pro  Hunting Small HE  Nock

Camo  Hunter  XX75 See  our  website See  our  website

Legacy Standard See  our  website

Gamegetter Standard Blazer/Signature  (bushing)

FMJ  Crossbow Large Half  moon  or  Flat

Bloodline  Crossbow Large Half  moon  or  Flat

Flatline  Crossbow Large Half  moon  or  Flat

XX75  Magnum  X  Bow Large Half  moon  or  Flat

Bohning Compatible Product

Gold Tip® Wrap NockGold Tip Wrap Nock

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