How to Refletch Arrows

Refletching arrows is required after the initial fletching feather or vein becomes damaged. Refletching is a simple process that requires a fletching jig. Refletching is a common task as target arrows become nicked and the veins separate from the shaft. Refletching arrows saves money, as the aluminum or carbon shaft is expensive and the fletching veins are cheap. Refletching arrows is possible in the home but archery shops will also replace the fletching for a low cost.

Things You'll Need

  • White china marker
  • Razor blade
  • Black marker
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Sand paper
  • New veins
  • Fletching jig
  • Fletching glue
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Instructions

    • 1

      Mark the end positions of the existing fletching with a white china marker. Scrape the fletching off the arrow shaft with a razor. Remove as much of the glue and vein as possible without carving the arrow shaft.

    • 2

      Place the nock end of the arrow in the jig and use a black marker to record the arrow positions on the side of the jig. Remove the arrow shaft from the jig.

    • 3

      Apply rubbing alcohol to a towel and wipe the remaining glue and fletching material from the shaft. Use a dry towel to dry wipe after applying the alcohol.

    • 4

      Lightly rub the fletching positions with a piece of sand paper. The rough surface creates a better bond with the fletching than a smooth surface.

    • 5

      Squeeze the vein clamp on the jig and insert the new vein in the opening. Align each end of the new vein with the black markings on the jig.

    • 6

      Place the nock end of the arrow shaft in the jig and twist the locking handle to secure the shaft. Apply a thin layer of fletching glue to the vein and press the jig against the shaft at the white marking. Repeat for each of the two remaining fletching positions.