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Bow Repair & Inspection

Short answer: if your bow was dry-fired, dropped, or is just behaving strangely, get it inspected before shooting it again — some damage isn't visible until it fails.

Technician inspecting a compound bow for damage on the workbench

A dry fire or hard impact can damage limbs, cams, or the string system in ways that aren't obvious from a quick look. Even without a specific incident, general wear on cams, bushings, and hardware can quietly affect performance over time.

We inspect the full system — limbs, cams, axles, hardware, string, and cables — and repair or replace what's needed, then confirm everything is shooting safely and accurately before it leaves the shop.

What's Included

  • Full bow inspection and troubleshooting
  • Dry-fire and impact damage assessment
  • Cam, axle, and hardware inspection
  • General repair and part replacement
  • Post-repair tune and safety check

Common Questions

Can you repair a bow that's been dry-fired?+

Bring it in for an inspection before shooting it again. A dry fire can damage limbs, cams, or the string system in ways that aren't always visible, and we can check whether it's safe to shoot or needs parts replaced.

What if my bow was bought elsewhere or is an older model?+

That's not a problem — we work on bows regardless of where they were purchased, and can source parts for most older or discontinued models when needed.

My bow makes a new noise when I shoot — is that a problem?+

It's worth checking. New noises often point to loose hardware, a worn cam bushing, or string contact somewhere it shouldn't be — all things that are simple to fix if caught early.

Ready to get started?

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