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Would you save this piece?

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bassman211:
I have built reflex bows from wood that looked like that. One good layer of sinew on the back never failed me even with a violated back.

sleek:
Your best rings are on the bottom. So, flip it, and chase one of those rings. Make an upside down bow. It will work and look great :)

M2A:
Thanks for the input Bassman and sleek. I do think that the ability for this piece to handle compression will be its weak link. I think a sinew backing would help in that aspect. I considered flipping it around sleek, I'd like to try that one day that would  be a cool project. Just dont think it would be the best for this piece. But sure do like the idea.
Mike 

George Tsoukalas:
I've chased a lot of rings but I don't think I could chase a ring on that osage.

I would remove bark and sapwood and go with the first heartwood ring.

I would also leave that bow a little wider say 1.5 inches to account for the thin rings or leave it a little longer.

I am not a fan of thin rings staves but use what you have and learn to adapt.

Jawge

Flntknp17:
I had a piece of osage with rings too thin to effectively follow.....so I flattened the back and backed it with bamboo and it ended up being one of the best bows I have made.  I wouldn't hesitate to back it with boo or hickory and make whatever you want.

Matt

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