2018 catalog - firststring usa
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String Customizerwww.firststringusa.com
Core Five™Revolutionary Technology
2018 CATALOGBCY MaterialsProprietary blend
2 Color Options
CUSTOM END SERVINGS
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String CustomizerAvailable online atwww.firststringusa.com
Core Five™RevolutionaryTechnology
Tan Red Red Variegated Green Fluorescent Green Variegated
Tan Variegated Green Variegated Yellow Variegated
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Fluorescent YellowVariegated
Antler BrownVariegated
Metallic Bronze Sunset Variegated White Olive Drab Blue Variegated Fluorescent Green
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Yellow White Variegated Purple Silver Black Pink Dark Brown Blue
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Sunset Orange Fluorescent Purple Variegated
Fluorescent Purple Mt. Berry Silver Variegated Fluorescent Yellow Fluorescent Orange Blue / Red Variegated
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Red / WhiteVariegated
Blue / WhiteVariegated
Red / Sunset OrangeVariegated
Black / Green / Tan Variegated
Pink Variegated Green / Black / Sunset Orange Variegated
Fluorescent OrangeVariegated
Root Beer
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Urban Lanes
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Electric Lizard
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X-It Wire™ Magnum
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Gold
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Cedar
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Black Cherry
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Buck Skin
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Teal
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Light Blue
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Light Pink
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Electric Blue
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A recently developed proprietary string blend used by top archers. It offers maximum stability with zero string movement.
What makes FirstString the industry leader?
IMPROVE YOUR EXPERIENCE Our decades of archery experience has made it clear that archers are passionate, detail-oriented individuals that refuse to settle for ordinary. Whether you’re operating a pro-shop, ambushing game, mentoring youth or performing for the next competition, FirstString USA is a partner you can depend on. The best vertical and crossbow manufacturers have trusted us for years to add value to their products and we’ve surpassed all expectations. We utilize all of our experience and the highest quality components to build the absolute best strings/cables by hand, one-at-a-time, in our Midwest factory.
At all levels of archery, FirstString has instilled greater confidence in this passion and we are dedicated to improving the archery experience for each individual who draws a bow. Shoot with the Best!
COLOR OPTIONS
Electric Blue Variegated
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Flo Red
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IMPROVE YOUR EXPERIENCE
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X-IT WIRE Magnum String MaterialA newly developed proprietary blend that offers maximum stabilitywith zero string movement.
X-IT WIRE™ String MaterialA special and unique blend of proprietary materials manufactured specifically for the exclusive use of FirstString® LLC.
Formula X String MaterialDyneema®/Vectran blended material makes for the most stable string available.
X-IT Recurve String MaterialThe raw fiber used in X-ITWIRE Magnum in it’s unblended form creates the X-IT Recurve material.
8125 String MaterialHighest speed and incredible durability; preferred by some compound shooters - particularly 3D. Also the choice of Olympic style recurve shooters.
8190 String Material100% SK90 Dyneema with a smaller diameter for a smoother string. Provides low creep with high stability, speed, and safety.
Vectran/Dyneema® BCY452X String MaterialThe first successful blend of dyneema and vectran materials.
TOXIC Center ServingA braided Spectra® coated to decrease friction and increase durability.
Spectra®/Polyester BCY #62XS Center ServingSpectra®/Polyester blended material for ultimate grip and durability.
Spectra Halo Loop & Cam ServingHigh tenacity braided Spectra. Highest in durability.
Dyneema® BCY 3-D Loop & Cam Serving3-Ply twisted Dyneema® for small diameter and ultimate performance.
Synergy String MaterialIs a unique blend of SK78 fiber formulated to decrease creep while increasing durability.
B55 Dacron String MaterialB55 Dacron is a Polyester material usually used for older recurve bows or compounds with steel cable systems.
Dyneema® DF97 String MaterialSK75 Dyneema is very durable with the perfect balance between speed and a smooth shot.
3String Materials
String CustomizerAvailable online at
www.firststringusa.com
WeatherproofResists UV rays
& repels moisture
BCY MaterialsProprietary blend
Hand CheckedFor quality
Formula XString Material
Our most popular performancefocused string configuration.
Ready to shoot.• Pre-stressed for faster shoot-in time• No peep rotation guaranteed• No serving separation guaranteed• No creep or stretch
Spectra®/PolyesterBCY #62XSCenter Serving
Dyneema® BCY 3-D Loop & Cam ServingAll end loops are served
Material Configuration
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Green Variegated
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Antler Brown Variegated
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Dyneema® BCY 3-D Loop & Cam ServingAll end loops are served
Formula XString MaterialSpectra®/Polyester
BCY #62XSCenter Serving
Offers the most color and performance options with up to 1431 string color combinations and the extremelystable Formula X string material.
Hand checked and built for you.
• Custom serving length & position
• Any color combination
• Pre-stressed for faster shoot-in time
• No peep rotation guaranteed
• No serving separation guaranteed
• No creep or stretch
• Custom serving colors available
String CustomizerAvailable online at
www.firststringusa.com
WeatherproofResists UV rays
& repels moisture
BCY MaterialsProprietary blend
Hand CheckedFor quality
String Colorsto choose from53
Color Combinations(Refer to page 2)1431
CODY JARRETTWHITETAIL FREAKS
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AN AFFORDABLE WAY TO UPGRADE
YOUR CROSSBOW
FirstString® builds strings and cables within the standards of the crossbowindustry while focusing on the parameters of each material. Combining thetoughest most reliable materials with our unique manufacturing processgives you the reliability you have come to expect from FirstString.
Built for any crossbow’s specs.• No serving separation guaranteed
• No creep or stretch
• Customization available
* Some materials not available in all colors
Standard Material Configuration
TOXIC Center ServingA braided Spectra® speciallycoated to decrease frictionand increase durability.
Four VariousString MaterialsSYNERGY, B55, BCY 452Xor DF97 string materials.
Dyneema® BCY 3-D Loop & Cam ServingAll end loops are served
SYNERGY
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B55 Dacron
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Black BlackMetallic Bronze
452X
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Antler Brown VariegatedRed Variegated
X-TEC
String CustomizerAvailable online at
www.firststringusa.com
WeatherproofResists UV rays
& repels moisture
BCY MaterialsProprietary blend
Hand CheckedFor quality
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FirstString® continues to keepthe heritage of our sport close.We understand the intent ofthe forefathers of our sportand strive to keep them alive.
Configurations in Dacron, DF97,8125, 8190, Formula X and 452X.
• Built within AMO standards
• Customization available
Standard Material Configuration
FRED EICHLEREASTON BOWHUNTING
FULL DRAW OUTFITTERS®
Three various string materialsB55, BCY 452X or DF97 string materials.Spectra®/Polyester
BCY #62XSCenter Serving
Dyneema® BCY 3-D Loop & Cam ServingAvailable in small, medium or large
Flemish TwistEnd Loop
B55 Dacron
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Black
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DF97
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Black Tan
CLASSIC PERFORMANCE
TRADITIONAL®
String CustomizerAvailable online at
www.firststringusa.com
WeatherproofResists UV rays
& repels moisture
BCY MaterialsProprietary blend
Hand CheckedFor quality
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Spectra HaloLoop & Cam
ServingAll end loops
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Material Blend
Spectra®/PolyesterBCY #62XSCenter Serving
ProprietaryMaterial Blend
Spectra HaloLoop & Cam
ServingAll end loops
are served
A newly developed proprietary blendthat offers maximum stability with zero string movement.
The ultimate in stability.
• Any strand count
• Halo loop & cam serving
• Virtually no shoot-in-time
• No peep rotation guaranteed
• No serving separation guaranteed
• No creep or stretch
• Custom serving colors available
A special and unique blend of materialsmanufactured by BCY exclusivelyfor FirstString®.
The #1 choice for target archers.
• Any strand count or color combination
• Halo loop & cam serving
• Pre-stressed for faster shoot-in time
• No peep rotation guaranteed
• No serving separation guaranteed
• No creep or stretch
• Custom serving colors available
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X-IT WIRE™ MAGNUM
String Colorsto choose from53
Color Combinations(Refer to page 2)1431
X-IT WIRE™
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Material Configuration
X-It Wire™ Magnum
String CustomizerAvailable online at
www.firststringusa.com
WeatherproofResists UV rays
& repels moisture
BCY MaterialsProprietary blend
Hand CheckedFor quality
Spectra®/PolyesterBCY #62XSCenter Serving
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Various stringmaterials
Spectra®/PolyesterBCY #62XSCenter Serving
Dyneema® BCY 3-D Loop & Cam ServingAll end loops are served
Specifically designed for the discriminating target archer, FirstString’s new TraditionalTarget Strings are the perfect complimentto your recurve target bow.
Configurations in DF97, 8125, 8190 and new X-IT Recurve materials.
• Built within AMO standards
• Customization to strand count, length, and center serving available
• Multiple end serving materials and colors
• Center serving from 62XS or Halo
of color combinationsto choose from*
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* Some materials not available in all colors
BRADY ELLISONOLYMPIC RECURVE ARCHER
COMPETITIVECONFIDENCE
TRADITIONAL® TARGET
String CustomizerAvailable online at
www.firststringusa.com
WeatherproofResists UV rays
& repels moisture
BCY MaterialsProprietary blend
Hand CheckedFor quality
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FirstString Tee-ShirtsFS5916-28-7 (Blue)
FS5916-37-6 (Orange)
FirstString HoodiesFS5916-28-9 (Blue)
FS5916-37-8 (Orange)
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NEW NEW
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FirstString HatsFS5916-3 (Black)
FS5916-1 (Camo)
FS5916-2 (Snow Camo)
FS5916-5 (Pink Camo)
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X-It Loop FS5931-4
An incredibly strong braided core covered by a braided sheath, made from a super slick material which allows the release to break smoother and faster. Sold in 3 foot sections.
Spectra®/PolyesterBCY #62XSCenter Serving
Material Configuration
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Antler Brown Variegated
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Blue Variegated
Formula XString Material
Flightwire® offers our popular Antler Brownand Blue Variegated Formula X string materials in a preset ready-to-install package.
Accessories included.
• Includes Pro Peep Sight, String Loop and String Silencers
Dyneema®
BCY 3-D Loop& Cam ServingAll end loopsare served
LOGO GEAR
Speed KitsFS5923-22-1 (50 pack)
FS5923-22-2 (4 pack)
Shrink TubeFS5922-22-1 (100 pack)
String Loop and Material3 and 100 packs include ready-to-use cut-to-lengthstring loops. 50’ roll also available in the 11 string colors.
The new FirstDraw program actively supports the youth archery initiatives in schools, clubs and with private individuals. FirstString® builds the strings and cables to keep most brands of youth bows performing at peak performance. Using Dynaflight string materials, available in 16 color combinations, most youth bows will enjoy an upgrade over their factory strings and cables.
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String Saver C.P.L.A revolutionary blend of materials developed to encompass the needs of today’s high tech fibers. This blend will condition, protect and lubricate by naturally absorbing into the fibers without the use of friction.
String Saver Crossbow Rail LubeFirstString® Rail Lube is formulated to reduce the string to rail friction associated with all crossbows. We have formulated the product with the same properties as the C.P.L. string product to further extend the life of crossbow strings.
FirstString Pro Slides06 red / 20 fl. green / 24 silver /
25 black / 26 fl. pink / 28 blue / 37 fl. orange
The slide was developed to eliminate cable slide chatter and decrease the wear on cables. This slide incorporates a hole for
a fall-away rest cord to be inserted along with a set screw to secure the cord. 06
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