Saunders Fletching Striper

A good fletching stripper tool can save a lot of work when preparing arrow shafts. Fletching can take a big chunk of time. THE STRIPPER and THE PRO-STRIPPER – Cut the job down to size by removing fletching in one easy stroke without damaging your arrows. Made in the USA.

The stripper is the more compact of the two. It fits in the palm of your hand and doesn’t take up much room on your work table or in your archery toolbox. The PRO-STRIPPER™ has a large cushioned handle to cut big jobs down to size. Both feature a custom curved blade at the ideal angle for cleanly removing old fletching. They also include a protective cover that keeps the reversible curved blade sharp between uses.

Saunders Strippers are especially respected for their hardened blades and ergonomics. It is crucial to keep your Stripper tool blades at their best and make every job one stroke and done. When used correctly, it makes quick work of even tightly bonded fletching without damaging the shaft. 

Replacement blades are easy to install and lock on with a single screw. 3 double-ended curved fletching stripper blades per pack.

Using Saunders Strippers to remove fletching is one of the most efficient, clean, and safe ways. Here are the best techniques to help you get the most from your tool.

• Working on a solid, flat workbench gives you better control.
• Wear safety glasses since stripping can sometimes fling glue or fragments.
• To safely secure carbon or aluminum arrows and prevent damage, clamp the arrow in a simple arrow jig or a soft-jaw vice, like the ones used to hold the shank of golf clubs.

• Start behind the vane, pushing forward in a smooth, even motion with moderate pressure—let the tool do the work.

After the vane is off:

• Go back with lighter strokes to remove glue remnants while rotating the arrow slightly
• Don’t overwork the arrow’s surface. One or two clean passes per vane is usually enough.
• Wipe the shaft with isopropyl alcohol using a lint-free cloth to clean the residue.
• Inspect for damage and look for cuts or gouges, especially with carbon shafts.
• Lightly sand if needed with ultra fine (600 grit) sandpaper if glue residue remains—just enough to dull the surface.

• Don’t overwork the arrow’s surface. One or two clean passes per vane is usually sufficient.

Pro Tips:

• Don’t use heat or solvents before stripping—these can weaken carbon shafts or melt glue into the surface.
• Check and replace dull blades since a dull blade increases the risk of damaging the shaft.