CATEGORY · 14 TERMS

Bowstring

14 terms

All glossary bowstring (A–Z)

Archery Loop: Types, Functions & Adjustment

An archery loop is a section of the bowstring formed into a circular shape and secured with a knot, creating...

Bow Dampeners Explained | Legend Archery

Bow dampeners are devices designed to absorb and dissipate the energy produced by a bow's limbs and string at the...

Bow String Silencer: Types, Placement & Noise Reduction

What a Bow String Silencer DoesWhen an arrow is released, not all of the stored energy transfers to the shaft....

Bowstring Brush Button: Function, Fit & Benefits

A bowstring brush button is a small rubber accessory mounted on a recurve bowstring at the point where the string...

Bowstring Creeping 

Bow string creeping is a common issue that can affect the accuracy and consistency of an archer's shots. Essentially, it...

Bowstring Eye: Types, Placement & Bow Performance

The bowstring eye is the small hole or notch cut into the tip of each limb on a traditional recurve...

Center Serving

The bowstring center serving is a critical component of a bowstring that helps ensure accuracy and safety during archery. In...

Flemish Bow String: What It Is & Why It Matters

A flemish bow string is a traditional bowstring made by twisting together several bundles of natural fiber — typically linen,...

High Wrist Grip: Technique, Benefits & Bow Types

A high wrist grip is a bow hand position in which the wrist bends as little as possible, placing pressure...

Kisser Button Placement Guide | Legend Archery

A kisser button is a small soft-plastic or rubber disc that attaches directly to the bowstring and touches the corner...

Nock Set: Archery Glossary | Legend Archery

A nock set is a small clip or tied point attached to the bowstring that gives the arrow a fixed,...

Nocking Point: Position, Setup, and Tuning

The nocking point is a specific location on the bowstring where the arrow is attached before each shot. It is...

Recurve Bow String Guide | Legend Archery

A recurve bow string is the engine of your bow — without it, no arrow moves. It transfers all stored...

Timber Hitch

This is a stub page for timber hitch. Content will be added by the rewrite pipeline.

Continue browsing

Bow anatomy & construction
23 terms
Technique & form
28 terms
Arrow types
17 terms