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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Staver on December 10, 2007, 06:45:08 pm

Title: Black Locust growth ring...
Post by: Staver on December 10, 2007, 06:45:08 pm

I have a black locust stave and was curious as to whether or not the sapwood should be shaved off to expose the heartwood growth ring for the back of the bow; or should the sapwood be left intact for the back of the bow?  :-\

Title: Re: Black Locust growth ring...
Post by: richpierce on December 10, 2007, 07:00:26 pm

I'm new but everybody says to remove the sapwood and that is what I did on my 2 black locust bows.  The books all indicate this must be done.

Title: Re: Black Locust growth ring...
Post by: George Tsoukalas on December 10, 2007, 07:22:56 pm

Yes take off the sapwood if you have enough heartwood to make a bow. Jawge

Title: Re: Black Locust growth ring...
Post by: Staver on December 10, 2007, 07:34:38 pm

Thanks Rich and George.   ;) I figured I'd work it down just like a piece of osage, but wasn't sure.  I don't want to reck it too much!!

Title: Re: Black Locust growth ring...
Post by: Pappy on December 11, 2007, 08:54:39 am

Yes just like Osage.I think it is a little easier to chase than Osage. :)
   Pappy