3D Printed Bow/Gear Hanger

[CypressCreek]

I recently got a saddle set up and decided I needed a mobile bow/gear hanger. I typically use the Hawk Xtendable bow arm in my treestands, but wanted something lighter and easier to setup for the saddle.

I have tried a few different 3D printed bow hangers from around the internet, but I wasn't satisfied with the results. I just picked up a 3D printer, so I thought I'd design my own bow hanger and give it a go.

The biggest problem I have had with 3D printed hangers is the arm is too short and my bow rubs againt the tree, and they aren't very stable. I hope to eliminate these issues with my design.

My hanger is just under 5" from base to tip with 3 1/2" of useable arm length. I also indluded some "teeth" and a kick out at the heel of the hanger. I think this should add some friction against a tree, biting more when the bow is on the hook.

The gear hanger is the same design as the bow hanger, though shorter. I plan on hanging my pack from this when in the tree.

I haven't field tested these yet, though I have strapped them to various round objects around the house. So far, they seem pretty stable.

If you have any design critiques I'd love to hear them, and if you want the STL files so you can print your own give me a shout (I'm happy to share).

 

[joshdidthis]

Those look mighty fine! I'd be interested in trying one if you could send me the file

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[CypressCreek]

Those look mighty fine! I'd be interested in trying one if you could send me the file

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I'll shoot them over tonight or in the morning!

 

[450]

Those look nice and should work just fine. I am looking into the saddles myself.

 

[huntcookwrite]

I’d appreciate the files as well… these looks great!

 

[magtech]

I like the look. If you send me the files ill try it out too.

 

[CypressCreek]

I’d appreciate the files as well… these looks great!

I like the look. If you send me the files ill try it out too.

Go ahead and PM me your emails! I can't send the STLs through PM.

 

[Archery Ninja]

I recently got a saddle set up and decided I needed a mobile bow/gear hanger. I typically use the Hawk Xtendable bow arm in my treestands, but wanted something lighter and easier to setup for the saddle.

I have tried a few different 3D printed bow hangers from around the internet, but I wasn't satisfied with the results. I just picked up a 3D printer, so I thought I'd design my own bow hanger and give it a go.

The biggest problem I have had with 3D printed hangers is the arm is too short and my bow rubs againt the tree, and they aren't very stable. I hope to eliminate these issues with my design.

My hanger is just under 5" from base to tip with 3 1/2" of useable arm length. I also indluded some "teeth" and a kick out at the heel of the hanger. I think this should add some friction against a tree, biting more when the bow is on the hook.

The gear hanger is the same design as the bow hanger, though shorter. I plan on hanging my pack from this when in the tree.

I haven't field tested these yet, though I have strapped them to various round objects around the house. So far, they seem pretty stable.

If you have any design critiques I'd love to hear them, and if you want the STL files so you can print your own give me a shout (I'm happy to share).

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Very cool. Turned out good.

 

[Geeoff]

Really like the aesthetics of the design! Which 3D printer do you have?

 

[CypressCreek]

Really like the aesthetics of the design! Which 3D printer do you have?

I have the Flashforge 5M Pro

 

[MoeFaux]

Interested in the file! PM incoming.

 

[Singlebev150]

I recently got a saddle set up and decided I needed a mobile bow/gear hanger. I typically use the Hawk Xtendable bow arm in my treestands, but wanted something lighter and easier to setup for the saddle.

I have tried a few different 3D printed bow hangers from around the internet, but I wasn't satisfied with the results. I just picked up a 3D printer, so I thought I'd design my own bow hanger and give it a go.

The biggest problem I have had with 3D printed hangers is the arm is too short and my bow rubs againt the tree, and they aren't very stable. I hope to eliminate these issues with my design.

My hanger is just under 5" from base to tip with 3 1/2" of useable arm length. I also indluded some "teeth" and a kick out at the heel of the hanger. I think this should add some friction against a tree, biting more when the bow is on the hook.

The gear hanger is the same design as the bow hanger, though shorter. I plan on hanging my pack from this when in the tree.

I haven't field tested these yet, though I have strapped them to various round objects around the house. So far, they seem pretty stable.

If you have any design critiques I'd love to hear them, and if you want the STL files so you can print your own give me a shout (I'm happy to share).

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Very cool!

 

[CypressCreek]

It has been awhile since I last posted in this thread, but I finally made it into the woods to test out these hangers from the hunting saddle. I'm pretty pleased with the results, though I think I may redesign and lengthen the arm of the bow hanger. I would like to have it get the bow away from the tree a little more.

 

[Jordan Budd]

They look great. What do you do with your quiver when you're in the tree? I kind of like shooting with my quiver on, so thus far I've been carrying a short screw in bow hanger as I'm on private ground. I purchased a adapter that was 3d printed to put my tight spot quiver on my tree accessory strap but it fits way tight and lead me to thinking I wanted my quiver on anyways for a follow up arrow if needed, as I'm in pretty open country.

 

[CypressCreek]

They look great. What do you do with your quiver when you're in the tree? I kind of like shooting with my quiver on, so thus far I've been carrying a short screw in bow hanger as I'm on private ground. I purchased a adapter that was 3d printed to put my tight spot quiver on my tree accessory strap but it fits way tight and lead me to thinking I wanted my quiver on anyways for a follow up arrow if needed, as I'm in pretty open country.

I move my quiver from the bow to my backpack once I’m in the tree. The quiver is a bit loose on the bow and I don't want to accidentally knock it to the ground when trying to grab the bow to take a shot. I also feel like the bow is better balanced without the quiver attached.