How to Move the Peep Sight on a Bow

A peep sight used in archery is a small ring mounted on the bowstring where the arrow aligns. During the draw, look through the peep sight as another utility toward accurate shots. Adjusting a peep sight allows you to make the bow customized to your body position. The adjustment is done quickly in the field or at a target range. Plan on the task taking five to 10 minutes with some practice shots.

Things You'll Need

  • Bow
  • Arrow
  • String separator tool (a thin screwdriver works fine)
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Instructions

    • 1

      Stand in your ready stance and nock an arrow onto the bow string. Pull the string back on the draw with the arrow. The string should be just under your dominant eye at the apex.

    • 2

      Look down the arrow shaft and to the target. Look to see if the peep sight has the arrow between the two sight pieces. Do not dry release the arrow. Bring the string back to neutral and remove the arrow.

    • 3

      Insert the string tool into the bow string so it pulls the individual strands apart, letting you push the peep sight up or down.

    • 4

      Push the peep sight up on the string, or down, depending on your accuracy needs. Remove the string tool when the peep sight is in the desired position. Bring the draw back with the arrow nocked and take several practice shots to ensure the peep sight is locked into the new position.