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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Blacktail on May 08, 2012, 01:42:16 am

Title: is elderberry sensitive
Post by: Blacktail on May 08, 2012, 01:42:16 am

i was thinking about getting some elderberry this spring BUT i dont know if it could handle  drying during the summer..does any one know how sensitive the wood is(cracking,twisting)that sort of thing...thanks john

Title: Re: is elderberry sensitive
Post by: Carson (CMB) on May 08, 2012, 05:15:07 am

I know it is not very rot resistant.  Probably not a concern if it is drying fast in summertime. Don't know about checking or twist with elderberry. 

Title: Re: is elderberry sensitive
Post by: DarkSoul on May 08, 2012, 05:18:44 am

I don't recal any stories of difficulties with drying elderberry. That doesn't mean it dries easily, but I guess it's not one of the most sensitive ones.
You still have another month before summer really kicks in. If you reduce it to near-bow dimensions, it should at least be partially dried before temperatures rise and humidity drops. I'd say: go for it.

Title: Re: is elderberry sensitive
Post by: mikekeswick on May 08, 2012, 07:27:30 am

I've never had any problems drying it. Just take the bark off and seal the ends.