This press gives you easy access to cams, string and cables
No adapter needed for split-limb bows
It's lightweight (2-1/2 pounds), folds down compactly and compresses any bow - even those with long risers and parallel limbs-in seconds. Simply slide the CNC-machined aircraft-grade-aluminum brackets over your limbs and cinch the ratchet until there's enough slack in the string and cables to do the repair. This press gives you easy access to cams, string and cables, and doesn't require an adapter for split-limb bows. Brackets have rubber-coated pins to protect your bow's finish. Carry case included.
It's lightweight (2-1/2 pounds), folds down compactly and compresses any bow - even those with long risers and parallel limbs-in seconds. Simply slide the CNC-machined aircraft-grade-aluminum brackets over your limbs and cinch the ratchet until there's enough slack in the string and cables to do the repair. This press gives you easy access to cams, string and cables, and doesn't require an adapter for split-limb bows. Brackets have rubber-coated pins to protect your bow's finish. Carry case included.
Average Customer Rating:
4.3 out of 5
32 of 35 (91%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
RATCHET-LOC BOW PRESS,November 23, 2009
By CHUCK18from HUDDLESTON VIRGINIA
"THIS IS A GREAT DEVICE, PORTABLE AND IN SHOP. I HAVE AN APPLE BOW PRESS THAT DOES ALL BOWS , BUT THE NEW ONES , BUT WITH THE RATCHET -LOC BOW PRESS ADDED TO MY PRESS AT HOME I CAN NOW DO ANY BOW. IT ALL SO SAVED ME ABOUT $300.00 FOR ANOTHER PRESS. CABELA'S ALWAYS HAS TOP OF THE LINE EQUIPMENT AT A GREAT PRICE. CHARLIE"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 2 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Bow press,October 12, 2009
By Agrmsu684from Lafayette, IN
"Works well, No complaints from me. This bow press is extra handy because I can put it in my bag for the weekend and take it withe me or use it for everyday jobs. I would not want to run a bow shop with it but if you are doing your own setups it does just fine."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 3 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
great field tool,October 1, 2009
By archermanfrom Ashford Hollow, NY
"This item worked as claimed. I took it down to our hunting cabin as an emergency press. I had to use it right away, as a friend showed up with a new Alpha MAx that needed a peep sight installed. The Ratchet system worked very simply, and was able to to do several other bows the same weekend for other friends. Highly recommend it for a back-up or as a occasional primary press."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 4 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
ratchet-loc bow press,June 30, 2009
By rocklyfrom Virginia Beach , VA
"this ratchet-bow press work excellent ,small and easy to use.i love it ."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 5 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
did the job,April 9, 2009
By BowmenLL
"when I received it I was not sure about it but installed it with the instruction and in 20 minutes I had install my string on my crossbow."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 6 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Ratchet-Loc Bow Press,March 18, 2009
By Hoyt10xfrom IA City, IA
"This product worked as described. No problems with working or releasing ratchet (read, understand and follow instructions).
Works well for changing out strings, accessories or making minor adjustments to fine tune bow. It's portability makes it practical on the range or in the field.
However, I see one design flaw when using with Hoyt bows - bracket spacing could be wider to slide over yoke pins on top limbs.
Overall product works very well. Shoot straight and shoot often!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 7 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
exelent tool, with portability,February 3, 2009
By HoytVectrixFanfrom quyon Quebec Canada
"this unit is just what I was looking for. It was a little interesting in putting on my Hoyt Vectrix XL but once on worked like a breeze and was able to change my peeb sight and string silincers. My only complaint would be the price but compaired to others, this unit seems tougher. Did not have problems with the ratchet because I read the instructions unlike other users. It will be a valuable edition to my personal pro shop for years to come!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 8 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Ratchet-Loc Bow Press,January 29, 2009
By Wynn2u2from Lennox, CA
"I used my press 6 times and its never let me down yet. It's very easy to use but you must read the instructions and be sure you understand them before using this press on your expensive bow.
If not the press will free spool when you attempt to release the tension on the limbs which is a bad thing for your bow and potentially you too but with a little patience, it will serve you well both at home and in the field. I take mine to the field each time I go out because you never know when a string or serving will come loose or get cut by a broadhead."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 9 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
2
out of 5
Bit Cumbersome but affordable,December 30, 2008
By Luke37from Shreveport, Louisiana
"I own 6 bows and work on them often. This system does work but is by far the most cumbersome. It is very difficult to use on parallel limb bows. Also it is a dry fire waiting to happen. I consider myself a careful reader of instructions but a moment of distraction was all it took while letting down the bow for it to completely "let go". Read the instructions and practice the let down process many times at low pressure before actually using it."
"This bow press from RAM is easy to use and works very well. Just take your time lining up the press arms with the limbs, without tension they want to slip toward the riser. The ratchet device you can back down slowly instead of releasing all the pressure at once which is a nice feature, it just takes a couple of times to get the hang of it. This press is perfect for cam work,peeps,string,buss work ect. And definately small and light enough for pack trips. A simple design for the price but worth it."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 11 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
quick n dirty,December 1, 2008
By shopwizardfrom Palouse, WA
"The press is simple to use and very portable. Excellent to carry with you to location hunts or shoots.
I purchased this press not knowing that the manufacturer was only 17 miles from my home. Bummer."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 12 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Works great!,November 5, 2008
By cowboybob301
"I bought this to change the string on my crossbow and it worked perfectly."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 13 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
works great!!!!!!!!,September 29, 2008
By jackie97from mccloud, northern california, by oregon
"like this item"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 14 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Ratchet- Loc Bow Press,September 22, 2008
By TennesseeBuckfrom East Tennessee
"The press worked very well. I sat it on my gun rest, put the ratchet on with ease,did my adjustments and Removed the ratchet with the same ease. If you have any problems with it, go back and reread the directions.The rachet is easy to use.Two thumbs up for the performance.One thumb down for the price."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 15 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Works Great!!!!,September 10, 2008
By mathewsfeverfrom Napoleon, OH
"This bow press saved me a bunch of money, I didn't have to drive to the bow shop and pay someone else to do some thing simple, within 5 min I was back out shooting worked great with no problems, I'll be taking this press with me Sept 13th on my annual South Dakota antelope hunt, comes with small black carry bag, slips nicely into my luggage pockets. I would recomend this press to anyone."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 16 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Good Tool,September 9, 2008
By DLoadfrom North Florida
"I have used the Ratchet Loc Bow press to take tension off of the string for adjustments several different times. My bow is a split limb system and the press handled it with no problems. The only downside I have seen to date is the mechanism for releasing the press is very basic, if directions are followed there is not a problem but the potential exists for an uncontrolled release. This press is cost effective and would allow for emergency repairs in the field."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 17 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Mobile Press,July 22, 2008
By BowhunterMSCfrom Glasgow KY, Bowhunter for over 30 years.
"I have used this press on two different bows, one with parallel limbs and one without. It work geat on both bows. It is easy to set up and use and is very compact. The long brackets allows ample room to acess the cams for string and cable replacement. The ratchet system provides easy and controled release of the tension on the limbs if used correctly. Overall it is a very good mobile bow press."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 18 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Product,June 12, 2008
By dfhmdfrom Charlotte Hall,Md
"I was not sure about this product when i brought it but it worked better than any other portable bow press i have used easy to mount on bow it did not scratch or damage the bow."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 19 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Ratchet-Loc Bow Press,April 8, 2008
By bob101from Hilltown, PA
"Excellent product very well made and easy to use. One should read the directions that come with the unit. Used it to replace bow string peep site. Very happy to own the item. It will travel with me on hunting trips so emergency bow repairs can be made if needed."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Review 20 for Ratchet-Loc Bow Press
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
great product,March 27, 2008
By VAHunter2601from Virginia
"Easy to use and does a great job as a portable press. If you read the instructions, you can release the tension gradually."
