What Are Bow Presses?
If you plan on servicing your bow yourself, it’s important that you have a bow press. It’s an essential archery supply that compresses your bow so you can change strings and perform other maintenance tasks that may not be possible with a bow vise.
It’s very important to use a top-quality bow press like those made by Last Chance Archery, as there’s a significant amount of pressure being exerted. If you cut corners and go with a shoddy bow press, you’ll regret it. A low-quality bow press can cause injuries and damage your bow.
Bow Press FAQs
Should I wear protective equipment when using a bow press?
Yes, always wear personal protective equipment like safety glasses and gloves.
Can I remove my bow’s axles or cams while the bow is in the bow press?
No, never attempt to remove your bow’s axles or cams while it’s under pressure. Always decompress your bow first before using a bow vise or press.
Can you use a bow press on a crossbow?
LCA’s standard (manual) bow presses aren’t approved for use with crossbows. The Last Chance Archery EZ Green Xbow crossbow press, Pack-N-GO Xbow, and Ultimate models are approved for pressing crossbows.
Can you restring a crossbow yourself?
Is any bow press maintenance required?
Always check with the manufacturer for specific instructions. Maintaining a Last Chance bow press requires that you periodically check the bolts and screws to make sure they’re tight, especially the bolts that hold the finger bases to the body of the press.
How do I mount my LCA bow press?
Your LCA bow press must be mounted with wall mounts, bench mounts, hitch mounts, or floor stands.
What Are Bow Vises?
A vise is another useful archery tool that keeps your bow in place while you work on it. To put it simply, a vise is like having a third hand that keeps the bow still, so you can use both hands to get the job done.
Bow Vise FAQs
What types of tasks require a bow vise?
A vise makes all sorts of tuning and maintenance tasks significantly easier, including leveling sights and rests, setting nock points, and setting up arrow rests.
Should I choose the Last Chance Archery EZ Vise or EZ Green Vise?
Both vises offer outstanding quality and performance. The EZ Vise is the more premium option and can be adjusted, moved, and locked into any position. The EZ Green Vise is the more economical option and can move side to side and forward and back and has 360° rotation on both axis adjustments.
How do I keep my LCA vise in place?
The vise mounts securely to your workbench. All necessary hardware is included.
Do I really need a bow vise?
While you might be able to get by without one, the quality of your work will likely suffer. Simply put, a Last Chance Archery vise is a solid investment for anyone who’s serious about archery. Some compare working on a bow without a vise to working on an automobile’s transmission on your garage floor. Sure, you might be able to get it done, but it’s not the ideal way.
Are LCA archery vises suitable for shops?
Yes, LCA compound and crossbow vise and press products are designed to meet the needs of both individual consumers and shop owners. These are professional-quality, high-performance tools that are used and trusted by experienced archers. In fact, there’s a good chance your local pro shop has an LCA bow vise and press installed right now.
Quality Tools
The cutting-edge Last Chance Archery Power Press models are available for the archers who want the absolute best solution on the market. The Power Press features a variable-speed electric motor that will go from 25"-42" axle to axle length in under 30 seconds. The Power Press will also press bows up to 70 pounds in draw weight.
While LCA’s inline design was once viewed as a gimmick, it has become clear that the company’s designs are superior. You can count on your Last Chance bow press or crossbow vise to be compatible with all compound bows on the market today.
Best Sellers
Everyone has their own unique needs and preferences when it comes to their tools. That’s why we offer a wide selection of Last Chance Archery products. If you’re not sure which press or vise is right for you, our experts will gladly guide you in making the right choice.
Our best sellers include:
- EZ Green Bow Press
- EZ Press Deluxe
- EZ Vise
- Vane Master Pro
- Archer Draw Board
Order with Confidence
60X Custom Strings includes free first-class domestic shipping on all retail orders within the United States. If you’d like further information about a bow vise, crossbow press, or any other LCA products, please call us at 724-525-3972 or contact us online via email or live chat. Work on your bow with confidence, knowing that you’re using the industry’s most innovative and trusted bow presses and vises. Shop Last Chance Archery equipment now.
