How to Install a Nock Point for a D-Loop

Archers and bow hunters need to employ precision accuracy while out in a field competition or on a hunt. Many archers utilize a release-assist device to increase accuracy. These devices reduce tremor caused by fingers contacting the string. Release-assists attach to the string directly or to a D-loop installed on the string. They archer activates them with a trigger when she wants to fire the arrow. To install a D-loop, first install one or two nocking points on the string; two being the most secure method.

Things You'll Need

  • Arrow (normal arrows that you typically shoot)
  • Bowstring serving
  • Wax marker
  • Bow vise or other suitable vise
  • Lighter
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Instructions

    • 1

      Position your arrow onto the string at your preferred point. Do this as you would normally nock the arrow when attempting to fire at a target. Mark just above the arrow's nock as positioned on the string, using a wax marker.

    • 2

      Secure the bow in a bow-vise, or secure the bow by other means such as a padded bench or jaw vise. Whichever you choose, see that the string faces up and is accessible to work.

    • 3

      Cut a section of bowstring serving to a length of 1 1/2 feet. Form an overhand knot in the serving on the bowstring at the nock-point mark that you made in step 1. Tie another overhand knot directly behind the first knot you made--on the underside of the string. Alternate tying overhand knots on the front and back of the string until you've completed six knots; three on each side.

    • 4

      Pull the serving back down the bowstring. Overlap the serving you previously tied and hold in place. Hold a lighter slightly underneath the serving. This will slightly melt the serving. Carefully pinch and roll the string into a ball with your fingers while its still warm. This forms a nock-point.

    • 5

      Secure the arrow back onto the string underneath the nock-point you just formed. Mark under the arrow-nock on the string with the wax marker. Tie the second nock-point directly under the arrow-nock on the string in the same manner as in steps 3 and 4. You now have two nock-points on the bowstring to secure your D-Loop.