I have had no problems with mine. You can take the arms off and soak them in acetone to remove the glue. Also if you use the silver tape they have for it , it will keep the glue from getting on the arms. tape can be replaced. you can also wipe the arms off between fletchings. Use the glue sparingly. you can buy different arms for right, left helical vanes as well as feathers. Watch the Bohning you tube videos on how to use.
Steve - as Thomas mentioned below, the jig should come with strips of self adhesive aluminium foil that you attach to the arms to prevent them getting covered in glue. No doubt it's a fiddly system, but with care, you can make decent arrows with it. One thing I didn't really see clearly in your video, was how you were using the clamping lever. Start with the lever set to move the vane arms apart. Load the vanes, apply the glue, and load the shaft. *Do not switch the lever at this point!* Lean the arms in towards the shaft, so that the front of the vane is almost touching the shaft but the back of the vane is still held away from the shaft. Place the clamping ring over the arms. Final step is to close the lever, then snug the clamping ring down as far as you feel is necessary. If you close the arms together, apply the full length of the vane arms to the shaft, then put on the clamping ring, there is a high likelihood that the arms will move around as you push on the clamping ring, and that will effect the uniform placement of the vanes.
@@jamesholley8967 He does this all the time. Doesnt research the item he is reviewing and then moans about it. He cant be bothered to do any research beforhand. For a proper review on this jig look elsewhere on youtube where you will see how it should be properly used.
It's been awhile since I used my tower so I don't remember the exact steps I used. I do remember some left to right play in the arms which made for some inconsistent fletching, but that may have been my fault. And I'm really picky about exact placement. I was also doing 4" vanes which may make leaning the arms in still have the tip touch the shaft. I'll give it another try with this suggestion, it makes sense. I have been using a bitzenburger and like it, but I do miss the one and done of the tower.
I've only had mine for a few days (was a Black Friday present for myself!). I see another problem is that Steve is using the small diameter (Red) clamp on a large diameter crossbow arrow. The red one is for things like ACE's and X10's! He'd be better using the Yellow clamp I suspect, as the clamping pressure would be applied to the middle of the vane rather than just the top.
Hi Steven,when I use mine I found using two rings to put pressure on the arms helped push arms onto vanes helped,using a larger ring to go nearer the bottom and the smaller one for the top of the vane,this kept pressure on the full length of the vanes,helps a lot
I don't know if anyone else has said this yet or not Steven but you add the glue to the vein first then you can hold it all the way up to your eye make sure that you just smear on just enough of super glue or whatever I use super glue and then you load the vein in and then move on then clamp it works fine
The arms for mylar vanes do a great job and the job is done really quick,I use a bitzenberger and vanemaster Pro for normal vanes and the tower jig for mylar vanes,tried the wing thing jig but the part that support the front of the arrow broke,my friends did too,tower jig mylar arms seem indestructible,won't use anything else
I've just bought one of these - I'll have to see how I get on with it. I liked the flexibility of the different arms, and the option to do Spin Wing type vanes with it swung it for me. I HATE doing those manually with the pencil lines etc... I always tape them in the wrong spot and end up having to redo them! The only thing I can see being a PITA is having to take the nocks out to fletch. One thing I've noticed is that in all of Bohning's tutorials they install PTFE release tape strips onto the arms - which super glue doesn't bond to. If it gets gunked up over time just replace the tape. I'd guess using this would probably solve some of the problems you have with it.
Absolutely love my BPE PRO. Would be nice though to have the metal frame and dial offset adjustment of the Bitzenburger. If a company combined the two, that would be the perfect fletching jig in my opinion.
Yrs ago, I used inserts at both ends of the crossbow bolt. I modified a broadhead adaptor and glued an nock to it, which I screwed in to the insert. Then I could use my Bitzenburger Fletching jig.
Mr. Han, would you look at and consider doing an review of the Mybo Revolution from Merlin Archery. The bow looks sharp and appears to have multiple cutting edge features. 🏹🤠👍
I’ve used many different jigs over the years. I seem to use this one all the time vs my others. You must use Bohning release tape with this jig. Your fletching will release easier and when you get too much glue build up on the tape you just pull tape off and put another one on. However I still believe the bitzenburger is the best jig.
I'm not a fan either. Tried two different versions of the multi fletch and there's always something to have to fiddle with. Have the bohning single vane tool. One at a time. Perfect fit and alignment every vane.
I got two grayling fletching jigs not a bit of problem with them I have fletched probably 10 dozen arrows that look as good if not better then pre-fletched arrows + I have found out by using the Arizona easy fletch you spend more time trying to fix what are you screwed up by using it then if you do it right One at a time
For a person that shows patience to the bitzenberger when fletching one vane at a time, you sure didn’t show this tool much patience. You made that look very hard. easiest fletching jig I’ve ever used and I’m pretty new to archery. It’s as precise as you want it to be with little effort.
It take time to make a nice arrow. That flys like a dart. I shoot a compound bow . My arrows are Blackeagle. They fly great. Also have other brands but I like Blackeagle the best. My opinion. Not starting a arrow war. Lol
after being told I should fletch my own arrows looked around and yes the blizen burger came out on top , and yes it works very well Now I did find that Bonging Blaze bond was hands down the best glue 10 second and you can do the next van For any one thinking of fletching there own arrows DO IT you can do so much in an arrow build , helical , off set , straight 120 degrees 4 fletch and more I got so I could do up 6 arrows 4 fletched in under an hour , leave them over night and your good to go
Why do you 4 fletch ? I tried it and all it did was slow down my arrows and made no difference in flight . Ive asked a few more experianced hunters ( as i never see it at comps) and none of them use 4 either, waste of vanes , adds weight to the rear, more drag and does little for flight . Whats your reason for using them ?
@@AussieArcher1234 I tried three fletched in a couple of configuration and after trying a four fletched arrow (factory made) they seem to fly and track straighter at distances So I've gone with a four fletched with a 2 degree right helical I'm a 3-D and target shooter only They seem to work for me very well
@@AussieArcher1234 I should have also said a friend tried four fletch on some of his arrows and didn't get what he wanted I have 6 micro diameter arrows that shoot 2-3 inches left in any of my bows ? So four fletch isn't right on them I also had a couple that where more than 3degree helical and they did what is called parachuted down range So the the drag was to much at 50+ yds Granted It's not for every one but until you try "your self" you will never know If you fletch your own try 2-3 arrows in different set ups and at your normal shooting distance
@@timparrish1847 All the scientific test show 3 is the best, The reason is aerodynamics if you look at the surface area of 3 vs 4 . So IMO and i could be off. The reason you like 4 is the slowing of your arrow and the extra rear weight is fixing a issue you have with the arrows not being quite right for you.
Try the Last Chance fletching tool! More high priced junk! I’ll keep using my bitz with the zenith upgrade, just can’t beat it IMO! Those arrows look like a trainwreck!😂🤣😂
I dont like them as you can keep the knock on the arrows as you have to remove them as it has a spike that goes up the arrow to keep it there also i put masking tape on my clamps to fletch then you dont have to scrap just replace it
I have had no problems with mine. You can take the arms off and soak them in acetone to remove the glue. Also if you use the silver tape they have for it , it will keep the glue from getting on the arms. tape can be replaced. you can also wipe the arms off between fletchings. Use the glue sparingly. you can buy different arms for right, left helical vanes as well as feathers. Watch the Bohning you tube videos on how to use.
Thank you for your really great informative videos, your videos second to none. many of the topics you cover are overlooked by most.
Steve - as Thomas mentioned below, the jig should come with strips of self adhesive aluminium foil that you attach to the arms to prevent them getting covered in glue.
No doubt it's a fiddly system, but with care, you can make decent arrows with it.
One thing I didn't really see clearly in your video, was how you were using the clamping lever.
Start with the lever set to move the vane arms apart. Load the vanes, apply the glue, and load the shaft. *Do not switch the lever at this point!* Lean the arms in towards the shaft, so that the front of the vane is almost touching the shaft but the back of the vane is still held away from the shaft. Place the clamping ring over the arms. Final step is to close the lever, then snug the clamping ring down as far as you feel is necessary.
If you close the arms together, apply the full length of the vane arms to the shaft, then put on the clamping ring, there is a high likelihood that the arms will move around as you push on the clamping ring, and that will effect the uniform placement of the vanes.
Exactly! This guy, acts like he's drunk, and has no idea what he is doing wrong.
@@jamesholley8967 He does this all the time. Doesnt research the item he is reviewing and then moans about it. He cant be bothered to do any research beforhand. For a proper review on this jig look elsewhere on youtube where you will see how it should be properly used.
It's been awhile since I used my tower so I don't remember the exact steps I used. I do remember some left to right play in the arms which made for some inconsistent fletching, but that may have been my fault. And I'm really picky about exact placement. I was also doing 4" vanes which may make leaning the arms in still have the tip touch the shaft. I'll give it another try with this suggestion, it makes sense. I have been using a bitzenburger and like it, but I do miss the one and done of the tower.
I've only had mine for a few days (was a Black Friday present for myself!). I see another problem is that Steve is using the small diameter (Red) clamp on a large diameter crossbow arrow. The red one is for things like ACE's and X10's! He'd be better using the Yellow clamp I suspect, as the clamping pressure would be applied to the middle of the vane rather than just the top.
Love the videos can't wait for the EVL videos
What about the PSE LAZER?
Hi Steven,when I use mine I found using two rings to put pressure on the arms helped push arms onto vanes helped,using a larger ring to go nearer the bottom and the smaller one for the top of the vane,this kept pressure on the full length of the vanes,helps a lot
I don't know if anyone else has said this yet or not Steven but you add the glue to the vein first then you can hold it all the way up to your eye make sure that you just smear on just enough of super glue or whatever I use super glue and then you load the vein in and then move on then clamp it works fine
Thats the way you do it with all gigs .
The nice thing about the Arizona ez fletch is that the whole thing cam be soaked in acetone for cleaning if needed.
I use the super glue gel but still precoat with WD-40.
The arms for mylar vanes do a great job and the job is done really quick,I use a bitzenberger and vanemaster Pro for normal vanes and the tower jig for mylar vanes,tried the wing thing jig but the part that support the front of the arrow broke,my friends did too,tower jig mylar arms seem indestructible,won't use anything else
I've just bought one of these - I'll have to see how I get on with it. I liked the flexibility of the different arms, and the option to do Spin Wing type vanes with it swung it for me. I HATE doing those manually with the pencil lines etc... I always tape them in the wrong spot and end up having to redo them! The only thing I can see being a PITA is having to take the nocks out to fletch. One thing I've noticed is that in all of Bohning's tutorials they install PTFE release tape strips onto the arms - which super glue doesn't bond to. If it gets gunked up over time just replace the tape. I'd guess using this would probably solve some of the problems you have with it.
Bor $50 more you get a Bitzenburger, which fletches anything and can be passed down through the generations. This jig is not a good investment.
I normally use either a BPE PRO or a Bitzenburger.
I have a Bohning tower jig I got so frustrated with it I stopped using it, not a fan.
Absolutely love my BPE PRO. Would be nice though to have the metal frame and dial offset adjustment of the Bitzenburger. If a company combined the two, that would be the perfect fletching jig in my opinion.
Yrs ago, I used inserts at both ends of the crossbow bolt. I modified a broadhead adaptor and glued an nock to it, which I screwed in to the insert.
Then I could use my Bitzenburger Fletching jig.
Transparency is everything
This is really painful to watch. You are not using it correctly.
Mr. Han, would you look at and consider doing an review of the Mybo Revolution from Merlin Archery. The bow looks sharp and appears to have multiple cutting edge features. 🏹🤠👍
I’ve used many different jigs over the years.
I seem to use this one all the time vs my others.
You must use Bohning release tape with this jig.
Your fletching will release easier and when you get too much glue build up on the tape you just pull tape off and put another one on.
However I still believe the bitzenburger is the best jig.
I chose arizona EZ Fletch over the tower
Hated mine, gave it away to someone
Manufacture video showed using a release tape looked like a basic meta-foil tape, diggin the wax idea better
I'm not a fan either. Tried two different versions of the multi fletch and there's always something to have to fiddle with. Have the bohning single vane tool. One at a time. Perfect fit and alignment every vane.
I got two grayling fletching jigs not a bit of problem with them I have fletched probably 10 dozen arrows that look as good if not better then pre-fletched arrows + I have found out by using the Arizona easy fletch you spend more time trying to fix what are you screwed up by using it then if you do it right One at a time
bit late to this vid but have you ever used debonder its great for undoing glue fast and clean i use it in my hobbies
For a person that shows patience to the bitzenberger when fletching one vane at a time, you sure didn’t show this tool much patience. You made that look very hard. easiest fletching jig I’ve ever used and I’m pretty new to archery. It’s as precise as you want it to be with little effort.
It take time to make a nice arrow. That flys like a dart. I shoot a compound bow . My arrows are Blackeagle. They fly great. Also have other brands but I like Blackeagle the best. My opinion. Not starting a arrow war. Lol
I use Black eagles Carnivore with small vanes. for 2 and 3d shoots . Take my time building them to , no hot melt or superglue on my arrows .
after being told I should fletch my own arrows looked around and yes the blizen burger came out on top , and yes it works very well
Now I did find that Bonging Blaze bond was hands down the best glue 10 second and you can do the next van For any one thinking of fletching there own arrows DO IT you can do so much in an arrow build , helical , off set , straight 120 degrees 4 fletch and more I got so I could do up 6 arrows 4 fletched in under an hour , leave them over night and your good to go
Why do you 4 fletch ? I tried it and all it did was slow down my arrows and made no difference in flight . Ive asked a few more experianced hunters ( as i never see it at comps) and none of them use 4 either, waste of vanes , adds weight to the rear, more drag and does little for flight . Whats your reason for using them ?
@@AussieArcher1234 I tried three fletched in a couple of configuration and after trying a four fletched arrow (factory made) they seem to fly and track straighter at distances So I've gone with a four fletched with a 2 degree right helical I'm a 3-D and target shooter only They seem to work for me very well
@@AussieArcher1234 I should have also said a friend tried four fletch on some of his arrows and didn't get what he wanted I have 6 micro diameter arrows that shoot 2-3 inches left in any of my bows ? So four fletch isn't right on them I also had a couple that where more than 3degree helical and they did what is called parachuted down range So the the drag was to much at 50+ yds Granted It's not for every one but until you try "your self" you will never know If you fletch your own try 2-3 arrows in different set ups and at your normal shooting distance
@@timparrish1847 All the scientific test show 3 is the best, The reason is aerodynamics if you look at the surface area of 3 vs 4 . So IMO and i could be off. The reason you like 4 is the slowing of your arrow and the extra rear weight is fixing a issue you have with the arrows not being quite right for you.
Did you even read the instructions?
I love mine
Try the Last Chance fletching tool! More high priced junk! I’ll keep using my bitz with the zenith upgrade, just can’t beat it IMO!
Those arrows look like a trainwreck!😂🤣😂
Anyone wanting a jig would better off with all metal jig like the Cartel 201 Fletching Jig, in the UK its abt £25.
Looks like a conflict of interest pse hat and elite shirt lol
Is it possible too fit four veins with a base bitzenburger ?
yes
Me neither it’s JUNK!!’
I dont like them as you can keep the knock on the arrows as you have to remove them as it has a spike that goes up the arrow to keep it there also i put masking tape on my clamps to fletch then you dont have to scrap just replace it
I had nothing but problems with that hunk of junk
Even with super glue I wait at least 6 minutes
Learn how to use it first x)