Crossbow String Silencers

Why would you need string silencers on your crossbow? The simple truth is, crossbows can be loud.

Matter of fact, some crossbows sound like someone just slammed the screen door when fired!

Between the vibration of the strings and vibrations from the limbs, the noise factor, will be something you will want to reduce as much as possible.

There are many various options to reduce the sound your crossbow produces.

String leeches and cat whiskers (sometimes called spider legs) can be attached to strings to reduce the amount of “twang” that is heard when the bow is fired.

Some string leeches require the use of a bow press to be attached.

Others have a slot design that slips over strings and then are zip tied into place.

String Leech	Cat Whiskers

Some people do complain that the leeches break or ruin too quickly.

Cat whiskers are simply tied to the string and can be done at home. They do a good job of helping to quiet your bow, are relatively cheap, and hold up well.

Limb vibrations also create noise and there are a few products that can help with reducing the sound.

Limbsavers absorb and reduce the shock from the recoil when firing your crossbow.

They are made for solid, or split limb models, and you'll want to make sure you buy the correct silencers, for your particular bow.

Limbsavers are made out of soft rubber and the ones for solid limbs has an adhesive backing for applying them.

Limbsavers	Bowjax

The split limbsavers go on your bow by use of a plastic plate that goes inside of the limb, and then is attached with a screw that goes into the base of the limbsaver.

Bowjax is another product that produces both string leeches and a limb kit. Again, some of these will require use of a bow press and some will not.

Many of the above products come in kits that contain several of the various string silencers.

Though you may have your own personal ideas about what type silencers you want, your decision should be based on the amount of noise your bow makes.

Here's something to keep in mind. Take your bow with you to the bow shop. Ask them what silencers work best for your bow, and then ask if you buy what they suggest, if they will install the parts for you.

You may save yourself a couple dollars and you will know that the silencers are installed properly without hurting your string.

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