How to Attach Cat Whiskers to a Bow String

You can use cat whiskers string silencers on your bow.

There are many different methods used to quiet the sound of a bow string when hunting. Loud string noise can spook game. "Cat whiskers" is the name given to a type of string silencer made up of a bundle of rubber strands. When attached to a bow, they look similar to actual cat whiskers. Cat whiskers are a popular way to reduce bow noise by reducing string vibration. They are inexpensive and are not affected by water, an important consideration when bowhunting in wet conditions.

Things You'll Need

• Scissors

Instructions

1. Measure around 10 inches up from where the bow string connects to the bow.

2. Center the flat rubber cat whiskers piece on the string. Tie the whiskers to the bow with an overhand knot. Pull the knot extremely tight to keep it in place on the bow string.

3. Take one tip of the cat whiskers rubber between two fingers and stretch it out slightly from the bow string. Cut the tip of the rubber piece off with scissors while applying tension. The cat whiskers should fall open one strand at a time. Repeat with the other end of the cat whiskers until all the strands are separated.

Tips & Warnings

• A small dab of super glue can be used on the cat whiskers knot to help keep it in place. Avoid getting super glue on the string or bow.

• Cat whiskers can be installed between the bow strands of an unstrung bow if you are having trouble with the whiskers staying in place using a traditional knot on a strung bow.

• Clamp the bow down to hold it into place when you are attaching the cat whiskers. This makes it easy to tie the knot and cut the whiskers without the bow moving around.

References

• YouTube: 3 Rivers Archery Cat Whisker String Silencers
• Bass Pro Shops: Silence Your Bow