Agreed longbow. The low spots in the work are soft spots.
I don't have wood hardener so I use some epoxy and count
on the plastic to keep things together.
neuse-- slim chance but if I do another I will try.
One thing I can advise is do as much chainsaw work as you can
while the work is still on the stump or log. Unless you have a big outdoor vice.
If you are not very, very familiar with chain saws, Don't do it.
I have chain sawed for almost half a century.
The chiseling is not as dangerous, Just keep the tools max sharp.
When you work with spalted wood, at least wear a dust mask.
Goggles especially when using a grinder.
I work with out a guard but bite in way slow. Those inside walls can send that abrasive right at ya.
Zuma