Worm damage question

[Ink]

I have a osage stave that has some minor worm damage in the working section of the limb. It's 1/8"x1/4" and all the way thru the stave from front to back. So is this stave going to need to be backed or will it be okay? I can always sinew it I guess.

[Pat B]

You might be able to put in a "Dutchman plug"  and leave that area a little stiff or fill the hole with fine saw dust and super glue. You should do the latter in sessions to eliminate voids. I think I'd cover the hole in the belly(back?) with masking tape first then work up to the back(front?).

[Ink]

hmmmm sounds like that would work. think i'll try the saw dust and glue

[Pat B]

Like I said, go slowly and build it up in stages. Look out for the fumes from the super glue as you go.

[ohma2]

Second what pat said makes a good repair.but oh those fumes

[DuBois]

fumes are annoying but are they actually dangerous?

[ohma2]

Breath enough of them and your lungs will answer that question .seriously it all adds up, protect your lungs at all cost.

[DuBois]

True! Will be more careful. Thanks