Brass or Horn Thumbring

Flight_Bow · Post by **Flight_Bow** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 12:14 am

Hi

I am looking at purchasing either a brass or horn thumbring--my question is which of these are best or better to use--and I know its a very subjective question, but your opinions might help me in deciding which to get. Also, I am looking at the Grozer scythian for my first horsebow (old scythian model) and was wondering how is the cast/stability compared to the newer model--SACYTHA-HUNGARIAN, and is there any noticeable hand shock in either model. Thanks

Stephen Selby · Post by **Stephen Selby** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 1:10 am

I recommend horn.

Flight_Bow · Post by **Flight_Bow** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 1:25 am

ok, thanks. I am looking at the horn thumbrings from eastern-archery (http://www.eastern-archery.com/unitedstates.html) are these "good" ones or are there others that you prefer. Thanks

Flight_Bow · Post by **Flight_Bow** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 1:26 am

I was also wondering whats the difference between the "horse-shoe" and the "tear-drop" versions? Thanks

greg.krankurs · Post by **greg.krankurs** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 1:52 pm

the main difference is that shape of the ring.
Horse-shoe rings have a lip on them, makes it a little easier to keep the string in place. I can show u a picture in a few days when i get home.

greg.krankurs · Post by **greg.krankurs** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 2:01 pm

Also. I got 4 rings from Reiner already (eastern-archery). So far the horse-shoe one I bought from him is my favorite ring, especially compared to 2 other ring-cutters. Do yourself a favor and just buy the basic design ring, without any inlays. that way you can get 2 rings, one horseshoe and one teardrop to try them both out. Make sure you get your size as close as you can. Even then you will probably have to sand it down to match your thumb (takes a few hours at most).
hope this helps
Cheers

Jason DuLac · Post by **Jason DuLac** » Thu Dec 27, 2007 2:19 pm

I second the horn ring. Less weight for the string to push out of the way and easier to customize to your thumb shape/size once you get it.

J.