Tried this way back last winter using a bit of cotton string. Just realized that I'm still using those band sets and they are still working months later! Great video! Thanks guy!
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure bud! I'm glad it worked out for you. I think out of all the cord I have tried I like butcher cord the best..... the cotton stuff.
@nathangrueber9834
10 ай бұрын
@@ATOMarkOh nonono nono !!! Dont use string?? Use flat band strips and wrap snake wrap. Do about three wraps then lick the rubber and tie your knot twice. If you were rubber how would you feel being constricted even when your not in use? Band failure 101. Use rubber.
@ATOMark
10 ай бұрын
@nathangrueber9834 agreed but I am not a fan of useing elastic to attach at the pouch. Adds too much weight and feels bulky. I used to use amber belt and Cristal string but the way I tune my bands I get some early failures now with the constrictor knot I am getting way more shots with high tuned bands. It works for me.
@nathangrueber9834
10 ай бұрын
@@ATOMark i usta do string too. If i use 0.5 bands i don't use 0 .5 ties. Id use something really thin. Its not the ties im using to do the work; rather justvto create frictiin between the bands to hold the shelves. Tieing with heavier bands than the band thickness being used always gave me more band slap; which means more fine tuning.
@LivOLure
3 жыл бұрын
Great Video on tying up bands.
@salmohunter4126
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the how too video , just started tying my own bands channels such as yours are a great time saver cheers
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
Now you will be able to really fine tune your bands to how you like them. Time to experiment and have some fun.
@MrLerosh
2 жыл бұрын
Magic ,thanks bud,,saved me money and time,,best regards Lesrobert
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man
@mercilessforever
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome series . Glad I found ur channel. I am in love with everything slingshot. From finding forks on trees to carving them and now making bands and Tying them myself. So satisfying
@rontz
10 ай бұрын
There are not too many videos around that show how to do it without a jig - at least it was the only one I could find. And it’s a great one!
@usernamemykel
19 күн бұрын
Many years down the road, I am still using this pre-formed constrictor knot on a fat straw/ slip them over the band method. I never remember how to tie the knot, so having half a dozen or so "ready to go" is very efficient.
@ATOMark
19 күн бұрын
The constrictor knot is my go too. I now use cotton 1mm butchers twine and love it.
@usernamemykel
19 күн бұрын
@@ATOMark You may have heard of Richard "Blue" Skeen, a railroad engineer, who was a chanpion slingshooter from way back. Having never meeting him, I wrote to him once, requesting one of his home-made slingshots - and he complied with one, inscribed with his name. It's an old-fashioned Y shaped branch from a tree, not a board cut or anything modern. It came with what appeared to be butchers twine, and since then, I've had great success using (from WalMart) "Red Heart Fashion Crochet Thread #3", which is very soft but incredibly strong. That is what I use for my constrictor knots. Before I place the pouch in the jig, I loosely slide two constrictor knots on the pouch, and they're ready to be positioned and tightened when ready. VERY efficient! Years ago, when my back started giving me pain (I'm now almost 80 years, Imperial, not Metric) I had to leave archery behind, but picked up it's nearest cousin, slingshooting. I quickly became the Assistant Chief to "Chief AJ ", who headed the 2nd iteration of the National Slingshot Association. That was about 14 years ago. Now, I'm my HOA community official invasive Iguana remover, and I'm putting down my .22 cal PCP air rifle , because it's just to heavy to carry around, especially in south Florida heat and humidity, and I'm going to replace it with a slingshot. Should be interesting!
@brentfraunfelder892
2 жыл бұрын
Thanku for the knot tying ideas. I've never tied using a dowel. This will be much faster. Thankyou God bless.
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
The good thing is you can prepare many of them and use as needed.
@ignacio1212
3 жыл бұрын
Great tip! Thank you
@nathangrueber9834
10 ай бұрын
Theres no need to use 0.7mm to wrap and tie. It adds weight. 0.4 even something you can see thru is fine. You dint need the fuss of the string wrap and tuck pull thru either. Just start in the middle of your wrapping strip and wrap from behind ; cross both ends over the front; do it again then lick the knot and tie twice. Simple.
@trishajanecreates
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tutorial. Very easy.
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
I am glad you found it useful.
@maurycyzych3129
3 жыл бұрын
My favourite method now. Quick and easy
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
The nice thing about this method is it doesn't need any other equipment. You can get the job done with a pen, ruler and a rotary cutter.
@paullinnell
Жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos!!
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
Thanks man
@morati1963
4 жыл бұрын
Very informative Mark. Will try this when my waxed thread comes in. Lost another band yesterday. BSB white on order along with some nice leather pouches. Thanks!
@ATOMark
4 жыл бұрын
where do you order your goodies from? what pouches did you get? I want to try some real leather pouches. So far I have only tried super fiber........I do have some leather here I could try..... hmmmm
@morati1963
4 жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark Hey Mark, HTH Dogbone pouches from Ebay(Ben Priestley is Awesome) as well as WARRIOR pouches also on Ebay (just do a search). Leather pouches last FOREVER unless you are hunting with BIG power bands. I am only using my catapult for target. )
@morati1963
4 жыл бұрын
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@ATOMark
4 жыл бұрын
I ordered some warrior pouches but couldnt find the hth ones. So I sent them a message on facebook. Hopefully I can get them in Roo leather!
@morati1963
4 жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark Roo leather is sold out Mark but he has even even better stuff! Ask for the DBone soft leather pouches. Ben's a good guy!
@slingshotwarrrior8105
4 жыл бұрын
I also use the constrictor-knot but I use nylon-twine!
@ATOMark
4 жыл бұрын
how many shots do you get out of them?
@nathangrueber9834
10 ай бұрын
Oh nonono nono !!! Dont use string?? Use flat band strips and wrap snake wrap. Do about three wraps then lick the rubber and tie your knot twice. If you were rubber how would you feel being constricted even when your not in use? Band failure 101. Use rubber.
@ronaldmarconetto
3 жыл бұрын
You are awesome. I enjoy your videos as much as Fowler. I really want to try to start making my own bands and use this method. I found some leather sewing thread on Amazon for about 6 bucks. Is this what you would use or recommend?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
This is what I used in this video, and it worked well. The constrictor knot timing method is not my favorite band tieng method. I prefer to use amber belt or cuffs.
@andyprodive24
3 жыл бұрын
Very good example
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man
@sherwinpalacio3227
8 ай бұрын
Very nice.I'll try the leather sewing thread😊
@ATOMark
8 ай бұрын
The best I have found is butchers cord.
@waseembirdsfishingtv198
3 жыл бұрын
Good Tip Glade to Find your Channel . Subbed youh
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support brother
@kewlfonz
2 жыл бұрын
Great video - Do you find that the counter sunk holes really help with keeping the BBs in the same spot in the pouch when firing?
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
Yes I do. It also helps keep the pouch from shifting when you draw.
@kewlfonz
2 жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark Thanks for that. Very much appreciated.
@kewlfonz
2 жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark What make/model of pouch with dimple/countersunk do you use? Would they be available in the UK? Ebay? Amazon? etc, etc,
@Northstar-Media
Жыл бұрын
Does it matter which side your band ends are on your pouch .
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
I like to have them out but I don't think it matters. I have shot with them in before and saw no difference.
@qutube100
4 жыл бұрын
Great job Mate! I have been using cuffs again and found that they hold fine up to .80 i previously said i had trouble with heavier bands but with 7mm cuffs of 1632 they seem great on GZK old white!
@ATOMark
4 жыл бұрын
Good to know! I will be trying some soon. I have some on the way from simpleshot. I cant wait to try them out.
@NsPsNiiPeS
3 жыл бұрын
Late reply but try a 1745 cuff on heavier bands hold much better
@qutube100
3 жыл бұрын
@@NsPsNiiPeS Thanks andy!
@paullinnell
Жыл бұрын
Did you have the soft side of the pouch on the inside?? Knots on outside for sure. I’ve been told the soft side of the pouch is on the inside?
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
I always hole the ruff side and smooth side touch ammo. There really is no wrong wrong way just personal preference.
@AlTriano-g6q
4 ай бұрын
Wacky rig tool and constrictor knot and butchers string thank you for the lesson 🪄
@wildanimals1320
3 жыл бұрын
hello, where can I find the tires you have besides the internet?
@marcus25g
3 жыл бұрын
So that is a tie for OTT? Do you have to position the bands differently in the pouch for TTF?
@johnnykiely5850
3 жыл бұрын
You can use that for both lol
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
How you tie is the same but how you fold the elastic is different. Usually for a ott I just fold in half but for ttf I fold it in 3.
@raphlvlogs271
2 жыл бұрын
can you use wool yarn or fishing line for that?
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
I think wool would work I've never tried it but its strong and light. I would avoid fishing line. I have tried useing braid and many times it cut the elastic.
@WV591
2 жыл бұрын
I must say that constrictor knot is not as reliable as everyone claims. not on slingshots pouches. May be because of types of thread used, sewing leather and also longbow string thread. but I've had quite a few failures. i still use it but make at least two more knots.
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
Sgreed i am a Crystal string or belt guy.
@Heathfloors
2 жыл бұрын
As the penny gradually drops on my part🫣...... Looks like i`m being a bit heavy handed with my .5 band to pouch tying. With .80 bands I get around 200-500 shots and with my .5 setup i`m getting around 20 to 50 shots. It doesn't matter whether i`m using constrictor not wrap and tuck or tape it breaks on the outside of the tie leaving the tie still attached to the pouch. I don`t have a problem with .7-1.0mm... I think i`m stretching the band too much as i`m wrapping/tying it off. I don`t max out my bands always 5-10mm extra..
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
Some times it is because the tie isn't tight enough. If it slips tight towards the pouch it will actually scuff the bands and cause early failures.
@Heathfloors
2 жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark I think I'm stretching the band far too much before I tie..
@ATOMark
2 жыл бұрын
Could be. I have had that problem
@aiman9652
3 жыл бұрын
Hi..can we use 0.8mm Nylon cord thread for pouch tying?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
I think you can use any cord really. I have seen people that twisted plastic cord with great results.
@aiman9652
3 жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark ooo,..okay,ty for reply 😁
@uwegablenz6361
3 жыл бұрын
why not using the band jig here in combination with the constrictor knot?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
You can if you want but ai want to show that there is a way that you can do it without a jig.
@harisyoung4110
3 жыл бұрын
Can this method of knot be use with the crystal string ?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
I have never tried it. But I think the stretch of the cristal string might cause some slipping
@harisyoung4110
3 жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark Do you have any video on using the crystal string ? I feel like the string is really hard to use compare to amber belt.. its so slippery when to make a final knot..
@roelsegarino3134
3 жыл бұрын
👌👍
@EASTSIDERIDER707
3 жыл бұрын
Could I use 40lb braided fishing line?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
I have never tried it. I was concerned it would cut the line.
@siddarthgrewal
Жыл бұрын
In the Navy we call it a clove hitch 😊
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
This is almost a clove hitch. The constrictor knot has a slight difference. It kind of has a half hitch in it. I could go a quick short on the 2 knots.
@siddarthgrewal
Жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark sounds good 👍
@kitasaunders
3 жыл бұрын
Could fishing monofilament be used?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
No idea, I have never tried it. If I had to guess i would say no. Thick line would be too tuff to tie and thin line would cut into the bands.
@MrLiamHenderson
3 жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark seems logical. What's your thoughts on using thin elastic instead?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
Many guys use elastic from the same bands for a wrap and tuck attachment. I have tried it and it works well.
@Zerpersande
Жыл бұрын
FYI… That knot is called the clove hitch. Nice clip. I’d have a hard time finding the string so I’m hoping this loses the competition.
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
Nope this is the constrictor not. Clove hitch doesn't go around the other tag end.
@Zerpersande
Жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark Ahh, correctomondo! Still, finding that waxed leather sewing thread would be a ‘task’ here in Japan. I have some for my Speedy-Sticher but I’m not going to use that up.
@pradeepmartin2313
3 ай бұрын
How can you even pretend to meltdown cotton twine
@ATOMark
3 ай бұрын
Because it isn't cotton twine.
@itechhen
3 жыл бұрын
That leather sewing thread is definitely not something you can get at a dollarstore and certainly they wouldn't be selling huge ass 50 yard spools of it. It's there an alternative place to purchase it locally or maybe a different material that is sold at a dollarstore?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
Sure, you could use butcher string, inside strands of paracord. Really some people even use that cheap plastic tie down cord. The options are endless. Currently I am useing paracors strands as I have some laying around. I would imagine squid line for fishing would work as well. But really any small diameter cord will work.
@BasaysayTv
Жыл бұрын
Are u still using this method now?
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
No I tie with Cristal string.
@BasaysayTv
Жыл бұрын
@@ATOMark oh,did u find not good on that method?
@hhampton
3 жыл бұрын
Would waxed dental floss or tape work?
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
Don't know. Give it a try. Many guys use the cheap poly cord which is kinda like tape rolled up with great success
@johnrowbotham3197
3 жыл бұрын
Instead of using a flame use a Thread Zap by beadsmith
@ATOMark
3 жыл бұрын
Ya that would work.
@jayedannholmes6367
Жыл бұрын
Ps do not put my address on your website thank you Robert Bussiere
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
What????
@jayedannholmes6367
Жыл бұрын
Did you get my other message
@jayedannholmes6367
Жыл бұрын
I sent you a message about sending you some 8mm steel for your slingshot, did you get it?
@ATOMark
Жыл бұрын
No I didn't see it.
@jayedannholmes6367
Жыл бұрын
On your video of your constrictor knot you said that it was almost impossible to get 8mm steel for your slingshot. Why don't you order it from Amazon? You can get 1,500 rounds for about 20.95, Which is not to expensive
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