How to Move a Nock

In order to gain consistent shots with your bow, you need to tune the nocks on each arrow in your quiver. Ideally, tune each nock to the same setting to assure a continuity to your draw and release. Hand tuning nocks -- moving them into position -- is a time-consuming job. Use a nock-adjustment tool to cut down the time for this process while improving accuracy.

Things You'll Need

  • Arrow nock-adjustment tool
  • Arrows with nocks
  • Bow
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Instructions

    • 1

      Nock one practice arrow onto the bow and take a practice shot. Listen for a clean release and watch for any wobbling in the arrow as it flies the trajectory to the target. A bow string that remains vibrating after the arrow leaves the string, along with a wobbling arrow, indicates the nock is loose and needs to be tightened.

    • 2

      Retrieve the arrow and grip the nock with your fingertips. Turn it 1/4-turn clockwise and take another practice shot. Continue to make 1/4-turn adjustments until all post-shot vibration is gone from the bowstring and the arrow flies true on the trajectory.

    • 3

      Place the nock-adjustment tool -- a device that looks like a small circular vise with a rod to turn on the top -- over the arrow nock and turn the dial until the tool touches the nock. Stop turning and press the set-lever. This sets a static point for all other arrows in your quiver.

    • 4

      Place the tool over the nock of another arrow and turn the handle until the nock turns and goes down to the lock-lever position.

    • 5

      Repeat Step 4 with all arrows in the quiver to get consistent nock points for your arrows.