Archery Glossary
Comprehensive reference for archery terminology
FOC (Front of Center)
The percentage of an arrow's weight that is in the front half
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Arrow Spine
The stiffness rating of an arrow shaft, measured in deflection
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Shaft
The main tube of an arrow, typically carbon, aluminum, or hybrid
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Fletching
The fins or vanes attached to the rear of an arrow for stabilization
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Vanes
Plastic or rubber fletching material, as opposed to feathers
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Nock
The component at the rear of an arrow that clips onto the bowstring
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Insert
A threaded component glued inside the front of an arrow shaft
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Broadhead
A sharp-bladed arrow point designed for hunting
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Field Point
A bullet-shaped practice point that matches broadhead weight
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Arrow Wrap
A vinyl wrap applied to the shaft for visibility and fletching adhesion
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Bushing
A component that adapts arrow shaft inner diameter for different inserts
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Outsert
A collar that fits over the outside of an arrow shaft's front end
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