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tarsus:
We are moving, they are dozing.  This tree is about an eight inch diameter at the base, and has provided in many ways in the last four years!  Should I cut (before they do) or not?  I have killed deer under this tree before, and my children have enjoyed picking the fruit.  Would love to make an arrow flinger out of it, but still very VERY new to this.  Any help would be greatly appreciated. 

Thanks,

David

Auggie:
Hey go for it! Im still kinda new at this and learning. Have worked with oak and osage just started working a piece of persimmon.  To me it is just as hard as osage but I like the grain. 8inches you could get a couple of staves or more easy. Nothing ventured nothing gained. A little sweat for a stave is better than buying one anyday. Just dont split any osage in july.  Auggie

Pat B:
Persimmon will make a good bow. I don't know from experience but from other folks. If I could find a persimmon tree that didn't spiral I'd try it. Look at the bark of this tree and if you can see a spiral pattern to it.  It's possible but lots more work.    I personally would cut and split it just out of curiosity. If nothing else use some of it for handle risers or knife scales. It is pretty wood. It might make good billets for knapping too.   Pat

Anvildawg:
I am working on my first bow and it is Persimmon. If you get the wood be sure to treat it with an insecticide. Bugs love it!

GregB:
I know that Pappy has made at least one persimmon bow. I'm guessing that the final bow limb thickness would end up being somewhat thicker then osage for instance to reach the same weight.

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