The one in the middle we (Nester buster and I) heated very hot without burning, and bent it to correspond with the other fork. It seems to have come out good. These are small in the hand and I will fit them with the double bands, very fast, and best shot with the 1/2", 9/16", steel, and .38cal lead. These slings can be shot all day without fatigue, very easy draw, and super fast.