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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: simk on September 14, 2021, 03:36:16 am

Title: Yew sapwood and compression-ability?
Post by: simk on September 14, 2021, 03:36:16 am

Hello  :D
How about compression ability of yew sapwood?
Let's say if I build up a handle from yew sapwod....would you expect any problems in the fade transitions of a laminated bow?
Anyone see yew sapwwod chrysal?
I know that Simson has made all sapwood bows...
Thank you

Title: Re: Yew sapwood and compression-ability?
Post by: Del the cat on September 14, 2021, 03:56:33 am

a) I wouldn't expect problems as it is so flexible.
b) No I've never seen it chrysal, I've only made a low weight all sapwood bow.
Del

Title: Re: Yew sapwood and compression-ability?
Post by: simk on September 14, 2021, 08:52:30 am

thanx Del - that was the little reassurance I was hoping for  (-S