Anybody ever use boxelder for bow wood? I may have a chance to cut one down soon. It looks to be about 12" around and fairly straight. Let me know what you think.
Thanks,
Brent
Box elder(Acer negundo) is actually a maple. I believe it is a bit weak for bow making.
It's trash wood...doesn't even burn good. Although it's in the Maple family it doesn't have any of Maples strength or flexbility.
Tom I.
Thanks guys. I'll put the chainsaw back in the shop.