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Lost Oki:
I have an opportunity to get a Honey Locust log, fresh cut.  Good / Bad or hold out for hickory or maple??

Pat B:
I'd always take free wood but hickory or maple would be a better choice for selfbows. I've never used honey locust but I've heard it's marginal. Maybe someone else has a better opinion.

Pappy:
I have made a few from Honey Locust and they were OK bows, just need to be wide, made mine about 2 inches at the fads to about mid limb then tapered to the tips, about 68 t-t and will wind up a little thicker to get a good draw weight. It is easy to work with and takes heat well. It's sure not the worst wood i have worked with. ;)
 Pappy

Lost Oki:
Thanks for the feedback.  It will be a good learning experience for me.  Will keep you up to date.

bassman211:
I made 2 for my Grand kids. They are still working, but took some set. Low poundage, and not so experienced as a bow maker at that time.

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