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    How to make a LEATHER TAB

    Hey Yall,

    I thought that I would share how I make a leather tab for anyone that's interested. It's really simple to make a good tab that is custom fit for you.

    The materials needed are a good piece of leather, sharp knife, pattern of desired tab, good leather conditioner, Bohning Seal Tite string wax, the one with silicone, leather lace.

    -Trace pattern on leather
    -Cut out tab (leave the finger hole small)
    -Soak in water
    -Dry in sun light
    -Apply leather conditioner
    -Dry in sun light again
    -Apply leather conditioner again
    -Dry in sun light
    -Apply Bohning wax
    -Soak in water, then shoot while tab is wet and it will form to your hand.
    -Punch a hole in the top of tab and use leather lace to make a loop for hanging it on your bow, you'll never loose the tab if you do this.
    -Apply Bohning wax one more time after the tab dries.

    Once you have done this you will have a tab that will be very slick and it will last a very long time. Good luck and have fun making your own tabs






    #2
    Thats similar to how I make Mine and Debs.

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      #3
      Nice Ben

      been thinking of making of a tab, i don't really like any of the tabs i already have.

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        #4
        Thanks Ben. I need to try this.

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          #5
          And for Split finger?

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            #6
            That looks easy and effective, thanks Ben I'm going to try that

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              #7
              never thought about how to make one

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                #8
                pretty cool

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                  #9
                  Thick or thin leather?

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                    #10
                    Mine isn't very thick.

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                      #11
                      Nice work Ben!!!

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                        #12
                        Originally posted by Sticbow View Post
                        And for Split finger?
                        Mark,

                        Just copy your favorite tab. I know that a fellow that makes his on bows will not have a problem with this little chore, LOL.

                        I have used thick and thin leather but I prefer the 5 once range. It is a personal preference.

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