How to Use an Archery Peep Sight
Many enthusiasts of target archery utilize peep sights to help them improve their aim. Simple to install and even easier to use, peep sights can give you just the smallest edge and can help you improve your overall archery skills.
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Instructions
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Determine where the bow sight should be located by entering your regular shooting stance and drawing your bow. Have someone mark the area where your eye naturally rests on your string.
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Insert the peep sight in between the strands of your bow string. Be sure the string fits properly in the groove.
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Lash serving thread both above and below the peep sight to hold it in place and prevent your bow string from unraveling.
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Assume your normal shooting stance.
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Draw and anchor your shot as you would without a peep sight.
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Align the sight opening with the bullseye of the target you wish to hit. Be sure you are using the eye on the same side of the body you use to draw.
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Ensure your bow is level by checking the vertical of the bow limbs in your peripheral vision.
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Focus on the bullseye, allowing the peep sight and bowstring to blur.
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Steady your draw by waiting several seconds before releasing. Wait until the bullseye remains steady in the peep sight opening, and be sure to breathe smoothly to avoid misaligning the sight.
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Release your shot once you are confident with your aim. You'll never get the bullseye to be completely steady in the center of the peep sight, but once it at least remains in the circle, your aim will be true.
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Tips & Warnings
If your dominant eye is opposite to your drawing side eye, you may want to close it while you shoot. This is to make sure that the only eye you use is the targeting eye.
No matter what kind of sight you use, the keys to solid archery shooting are consistent stances and draws. If your form is sloppy or you use different positions each time you shoot, your chances of hitting a target consistently are minimal.
Never "dry fire" a bow. Doing this can cause structural damage to your bow, which could lead to serious injury. Even if you don't end up injuring yourself dry firing your bow, you will void any product warranties you may have on your equipment.
Be sure to secure your peep sight properly. If not set in the groove correctly, the sight can fly off when you fire the bow.
