Genesis Fletching Jig

Official Instruction Guide — Genesis Fletching Jig

Overview

The Genesis Fletching Jig is designed to deliver fast, repeatable vane placement with minimal setup. An indexed nock receiver ensures consistent rotation and spacing, while micro-adjust vane positioning allows precise clamp alignment along the shaft. A built-in arrow tip holder keeps the shaft fully seated, and selectable offset or straight configurations provide flexibility across any arrow setup.

What’s Included

1 qty. Genesis Fletching Jig Base Assembly
1 qty. Nock Receiver
1 qty. Nock Receiver Thumb Screw
1 qty. 3” Steel Clamp
1 qty. Clamp Alignment Pin
1 qty. Arrow Tip Holder + Bungee Cord
1 qty. Thumb Knob

Preparation

Clean the arrow shaft thoroughly using Arrow & Vane Fletching Activator, Alcohol, or Acetone
Remove any old adhesive or residue if re-fletching
Spray the shaft, then remove any residue, dust, and dirt; either a microfiber towel or a paper towel works best.
Ensure the shaft surface is completely dry before applying vanes
Lightly scuff the shaft surface if needed for improved adhesion (optional, depending on vane/shaft type)

Initial Setup & Configuration

Insert the arrow shaft into the jig and ensure it is fully seated in the nock receiver groove.
Secure the arrow using the arrow tip holder and bungee cord to prevent arrow movement during fletching.

Nock Receiver Positioning & Vane Location

The nock receiver can be adjusted forward or backward along the base to control the distance between the nock and vane.
Loosen the thumb screw from the bottom of the nock receiver under the base
Adjust the nock receiver forward or back until the desired position is reached
Tighten the thumb screw to lock the nock receiver down
Position the nock receiver based on your preferred vane location along the shaft
Adjust forward or backward to achieve proper clearance, tuning preference, or shooting comfort

For Genesis arrow builds:

Adjust vane placement distance by sliding the nock receiver forward or backward along the base.
Align the front edge of the nock receiver with the designated Genesis reference mark
This ensures vane placement meets Genesis competition specifications (1″ from the nock throat to the top edge of the vane)
Use an index vane (cock vane) that differs in color
Position the index vane in the #1 position on the indexed receiver
Place the remaining matching vanes in positions #2 and #3
This places the index vane at 90º specifically for the Genesis Archer

Offset Adjustment

Right 1.5° offset
Left 1.5° offset
Straight 0º offset
Remove the locking thumb knob to adjust
Reposition the jig head to the desired setting
Position the block with the laser-engraved text of the offset you chose, towards the arrow
Reinstall the clamp alignment pin in the offset block, using the hole closest to the nock receiver on the chosen side.
Reinstall and secure the thumb knob

For Genesis arrow builds:

The recommended offset is 1.5º for clearance with the Genesis Competition Arrow Rest

Using the clamp alignment pin

When putting the clamp onto the jig, first position the clamp on the tower magnets
Slide the clamp up against the alignment pin before pressing the clamp down to the arrow shaft
This ensures:
Identical vane placement on every arrow
Consistent spacing and alignment
Repeatable results across builds

Micro-Adjust Vane Positioning

Use the micro-adjust knob to fine-tune vane alignment
Place a vane in the clamp
Attach the clamp to the jig
Adjust the knob in or out to center the vane along the shaft
This ensures precise vane to shaft alignment for a secure bond

Fletching Operation

Place a vane into the clamp, ensuring it is fully seated. Align the vane with the end of the clamp closest to the nock receiver.
Apply a controlled amount of arrow & vane fletching glue
Use small dots along the vane base
Spread evenly for full contact
Avoid excess vane adhesive to prevent mess and buildup
Follow the vane manufacturer’s recommendations for:
Surface prep
Primer use (if required)
Adhesive compatibility
Position the clamp on the tower magnets and adjust it until it seats against the alignment pin.
Press the clamp down firmly against the shaft, ensuring it remains aligned with the alignment pin.
Hold steady pressure for the adhesive manufacturer’s recommended set time.
Carefully remove the clamp by compressing the ears, opening the clamp, and removing it without shifting the vane.
Wipe any excess glue off the clamp base immediately to avoid a mess.
Rotate the indexing knob to the next vane position.
Repeat the process for the remaining vanes.

Vane Sizing Scale

For Genesis arrow builds:

Use the laser-engraved reference marks on the jig base to verify that the vane length and height meet Genesis requirements.

Replacing a Single Vane

Remove the damaged vane completely, ensuring all old adhesive is cleaned off the shaft
Clean the exposed shaft area thoroughly with arrow cleaner, alcohol, or Acetone, and allow it to dry
Place the arrow back into the jig, ensuring it is fully seated and aligned
Rotate the indexing knob until the open vane position aligns with the clamp location
Verify alignment by checking that the remaining vanes match the jig’s indexed positions
If the nock has been turned while shooting, slight guesswork might be needed to position the vane in the correct spot on the shaft, or you can tear off the other remaining vanes and refletch the arrow as a whole.
Insert the new vane into the clamp and apply fletching glue as normal
Attach the clamp to the magnets, slide it against the alignment pin, compress, and hold for the proper set time
Remove the clamp carefully and allow for a full cure before shooting the arrow shaft

Dry Time & Final Inspection

Allow arrows to fully cure based on adhesive manufacturer recommendations
Inspect each vane to ensure straight alignment and full adhesion

Consistency & Repeatability

Once your settings are established:
Record your setup position (block location, offset, vane position)
Return to the same settings for future builds
Maintain identical results across multiple arrows

Key Benefits

Fast, simple setup
Repeatable vane placement
Micro-adjust precision control
Built-in Genesis compliance references
Compatible with virtually any arrow, vane, or nock setup

Tips for Best Performance

Apply consistent pressure when using the clamp arm
Always confirm alignment before applying fletching glue
Keep jig components clean to maintain precision
Allow full cure time before shooting
For issues with excessive vane fletching glue on the clamp, use less glue and apply a thin layer of bowstring wax on the base of the clamp to help prevent glue from sticking

Troubleshooting

Vane misaligned — Check that the shaft is fully seated and the indexing knob is locked
Indexing not lining up — Ensure the shaft has not rotated during setup
Fletching glue & vane adhesive not curing — Check expiration date
Vane lifting — Apply slightly more adhesive at the front and rear of the vane
Vane fell off — Check glue location: if glue is on the vane but not the shaft, the shaft was not properly cleaned; if glue is on the shaft but not the vane, the vane may require cleaning prior to installation, depending on the vane manufacturer

Maintenance

Clean the clamp and jig regularly to prevent adhesive buildup
Remove dried glue from contact surfaces
Store in a dry, clean environment

Support

Your journey doesn’t end at checkout—and neither does our support. If you have any questions, reach out to the Last Chance Archery team—we’re here to help.