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Main Discussion Area => Arrows => Topic started by: mullet on July 22, 2010, 11:19:14 pm

Title: shoot arrows
Post by: mullet on July 22, 2010, 11:19:14 pm

 Has anybody ever used China Berry tree shoots for arrows? I know they are in the Mahogany family, but I don't know how strong the wood would be when it is young.

Title: Re: shoot arrows
Post by: Pat B on July 23, 2010, 12:20:00 am

Eddie, I would think the first year shoots would be too weak and second year too big. If you can find the right combo give it a try. I've never cut shoots but I did cut a few staves years ago(never built a bow with it)  and they seemed light in physical weight.

Title: Re: shoot arrows
Post by: Bill Skinner on July 26, 2010, 10:53:13 pm

I would have to go look, don't the 1st year shoots have a large pithy center?  Bill

Title: Re: shoot arrows
Post by: mullet on July 26, 2010, 11:00:32 pm

 I think so, Bill, now that you mention it. I'll cut one tomorrow.

Title: Re: shoot arrows
Post by: donnieonetrack on August 01, 2010, 05:49:50 pm

Eddie, you ever try Brazilian pepper ( the plant thats taking over S. Fl.), it looks straight but have never tried.  Luckly it doesn't grow around Gainesville.

Also, are you going to be at the TBOF shoot Aug. 13-15?

Donnie