Sapele for a riser???

[longrifle]

Thinking of using some quilted Sapele for a ASL longbow riser has anyone tried it. Just wondering if it's strong enough.

[delongbows]

I have built two d/r longbows with it this year. I have one and dmaxshawn has the other. One is #50 and the other is #55. Mine has had plenty of shots with no ill effects...the other not so many, but still a lot.

[Robertfishes]

I made this Sapele bow for Helens Father earlier this year. It is a 58" recurve and 32# at 28" draw weight. The Sapele in the riser was not highly figured though...    

[longrifle]

Thanks guys I think I'll try it. It seems heavy and strong enough just never heard of anyone using it.

[Robertfishes]

I did add 2 pieces of 030 fiberglass to the back of the bow. If the bow would have been over 40# I would have put 3 pieces of 030 glass in the riser.

[beachbowhunter]

I'm making one right now. The Sapele feels very light and doesnt give me the impression of being very strong. Could be wrong. The bow is only about 38# so it should be fine.  Good luck on yours.