is dogwood strong enough for a riser and/or limb tips. have access to a bunch. how does it look??
thanks, mike
THE DOG WOOD I HAVE USED FOR OTHER PROJECTS SEEMED WAY TOO SOFT TO ME; HOWEVER, I HAVE USED ORNAMENTAL PLUM WOOD WITH GOOD RESULTS.
From what I understand dogwood is a tough wood. From TBB #1 Flowering dogwood has a gravity of .73 and Hickory is .72 I would say it is a good choice if it has good grain and is lay out properly. But I am not the expert.
Dogwood makes great selfbows and knapping billets for hear rock. I'd say it would make a good riser or limb tip overlays.