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How many staves from this Elm log?
Hi all,
I've been lurking for a while, watching videos and even read The Bowyer's Bible, volume 1... I've been wanting to make a bow, but until now haven't had anything other than saplings.
This morning, I literally found an Elm tree on the side walk. Must have come down during the wind last night and the fire department had cut it up.
The log I rescued is 61" long, and approx 6" across it's width, after splitting in two.
6" seems like enough wood to split it once more, giving me 3" wide staves. Am I leaving too little margen for error and other unforeseen problems?
Any other thoughts or advice for a first attempt, or more specifically about this log are much appreciated.
Cheers
u/senderoseeker — 2 days ago