How to Insert a Peep Sight in a Bow String

Resembling a small nut, the peep sight is often inserted between the strands of a bowstring. This enables the archer to quickly assess the bow's alignment. A peep sight is desirable because it gives you a sight extremely close to your eye and can dramatically improve your consistency. Traditionally, the peep sight is put in place using a string separator and splicing the sight into the string. Most archers have found that spliced sights are harder to keep aligned as they will reposition with the adjustment of the string. Experts recommend tying the peep onto the string for quick and easy adjustment later.

Things You'll Need

  • Peep sight
  • Bow press
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Instructions

    • 1

      Determine your peep sight's optimal position on your bowstring. With a friend at hand, bring your bow to full draw with your eyes closed. Then open the eye that you will be sighting with and have your friend mark the nearest part of the bowstring to your eye. This is the location of your peep sight. White out is a good way to mark your spot--you can scratch it off later.

    • 2

      Press your bow and separate the strands where your peep sight will be located. It helps to have two-stranded colored bowstring that easily separates. Slide your peep site into this spot, release your bow and your peep site will stay in place.

    • 3

      Check your site to see that none of the bowstring has been snagged out, then recheck to see if your site is still in its proper place. Leave the whiteout on to help you make sure your peep sight is not misaligned in the future.