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    I have used Rabbit, Squirrel, and Woodchuck intestines to dry and twist into cordage for my light bows. My question is- Is Deer intestine strong enough to pull a heavy bow without breaking from tension? Im talking about around 50 -70 pound bows. And how long is a deer intestine? And finally, is the cordage durable and long lasting (except in wet or damp weather)?
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    Intestines? That's a hardcorebow my friend. Deer intestines are 65ft long. As for strength and durability as a bow string... can't say I've even thought to use it.
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    Don't see why it wouldn't work. Catgut (not really from cats) has been used in quite a few applications. Got an old tennis racket around?
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    How long are you expecting as far as long lasting? lots of deer around if you need more.
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    I dont see why It wouldnt work.

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    Well I do know for a fact that intestines, when dried and twisted (reversed wrap multiple times), make servicable bowstrings that have quite some strength. I know this not from listening to others but from personnal expirience. Squirrel is weak, as with rabbit, but woodchuck is servicable. What I don't know is how well Deer gut holds up to the strength of a bow. I prefere cordage that doesn't have to be spliced becuase it's easier for me. I would plan on using it for many years, as long as it was tooken care of.
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    Im sure the natives used it, As for how long it last, Make one and find out?

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