Martin Archery Martin Traditional - Manual (Page 3)

BRACE HEIGHT (FISTMELE)
The brace height of your bow is measured from the pivot point, or most inward point of the
grip, to the bowstring (see illustration, front page).
The recommended brace height for your bow is listed:
A higher brace height helps reduce bow vibration and noise and also minimizes the effects of
shooting errors. A lower brace height provides increased arrow velocity. Increased noise and poor
arrow flight can be the result of a brace height that is too low.
Twisting your bowstring will reduce its length and increase your brace height. Untwisting your
bowstring or installing a longer bowstring will decrease your brace height. (Avoid untwisting flemish
style bowstrings as string failure may occur). Experiment to find the brace height
measurement that allows your bow to perform at its best with your particular style of shooting.
STRING LENGTH
Your bow’s AMO (Archery Manufacturer and Merchant’s Organization) length is marked on its
lower limb. To achieve the correct brace height you will need to use a bowstring of the same AMO
length. (Example: An AMO 62” bow requires an AMO 62” string). The actual length of your
bowstring will be 4”-5” shorter than its marked AMO length.
ARROWS
All types of arrows (wood, aluminum, carbon) can be shot from your Martin (Howatt) bow.
Regardless of arrow type, it is important that your arrows are correctly spined (have the correct spine
stiffness) for your draw weight. Check your arrow manufacturers recommendations to
determine the arrow size best suited for your bow.
#2184 Rebel 7" - 7 3/4"
#2366 Victory 8 1/2" - 9 1/4"
#2370 Mamba 7 1/4" - 8"
#2515 Prodigy 7" - 7 3/4"
#2800 Hunter 7 3/4" - 8 1/2"
#2804 Gail Martin Classic 7 1/2" -8 1/4"
#2805 Dream Catcher 8 1/2" - 9"
#2811 Hi-Speed 8" - 8 3/4"
#2814 Hatfield TD 7 1/4" - 8"
#ML-9 Stick 6 3/4" - 7 1/2"
#ML-12 Vision 7 1/4" - 8"
#ML-14 Mountaineer 6 1/4" - 7"
#X-200 Recurve 8" - 8 3/4"
CUST
OMER QUESTIONNAIRE
Bow
model
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Date of purchase
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Bow Color
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eight
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Draw
length
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Y
our Name
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Address
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City and State
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Zip
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1. Is this your first bow ? Y
es
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No
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2. Why did you choose a Martin bow ?
(Y
ou may check more than one)
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Accuracy
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Price
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Appearance
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Pro Shooter Recommendation
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Dealer Recommendation
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W
inning
T
ournament
Record
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Friend Recommendation
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O
ther
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Performance
3. What brand and model quiver do you plan to use with this bow ?
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4. What brand and model broadheads do you prefer ?
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5. If you hunt, what is your favorite camo pattern ?
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6. What outdoor magazines do you read regularly ?
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7. Do you read tar
g
et or 3-D magazines ? (If so which ones)
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Thank you for your valuable time