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Title: dark limb veneers
Post by: Goke on May 05, 2009, 10:25:00 AM

I am looking at wood choices for a new bow. I want a set of dark limbs but still want to use wood. Anyone have some photos of good dark wood veneers. Possibly ebony, zircote, etc.?

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Randy Morin on May 05, 2009, 10:51:00 AM

Well I just did a bow with the darkest Walnut I've found in the limbs under clear glass.  A rich dark brown. It looks really classy.  I mixed in Bocote in the riser, limb bolt overlays and limb tips to give it some bling. I could email you some photos later tonight or tomorrow when I have more time. Sounds like you may be looking for a black though.  You also have the option of using a dye of your choice on any wood really.

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Goke on May 05, 2009, 02:47:00 PM

Thanks Randy, Love to see the photos.

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: V-Archer on May 05, 2009, 03:32:00 PM

What about these ones? Ziricote under clear glass, some with footing.

 (http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l118/V-Archer/R-D%20bow%20Don%20Montgomery/limb-ziricote-1.jpg)

 (http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l118/V-Archer/bow%20for%20Jim/footedlimb-1.jpg)

 (http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l118/V-Archer/Bow%20for%20John%20Reck/limb3-1.jpg)

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: 2treks on May 05, 2009, 04:28:00 PM

I have some walnut burl that will blow your mind.
It is dark brown.

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Steve O on May 05, 2009, 04:57:00 PM

Here's some Ebony:

 (http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b351/osminski/MacassarEbony.jpg)

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Jedimaster on May 05, 2009, 05:17:00 PM

One thing to consider is the tendency for dark woods to show any cosmetic flaws in the glass.  I can live with a streak here and there but some folks can't.  For that reason alone some cringe to go with a dark veneer (just what I've been told).  It's also important to remember that the bowyer doesn't have much input on the glass manufacturers cosmetic quality control, although I know plenty have tried.

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Curveman on May 05, 2009, 05:24:00 PM

(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/photo-8.jpg)

Indonesian rosewood

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Curveman on May 05, 2009, 05:25:00 PM

My bow (Border GL) is actually glassless but has carbon lams instead. I don't worry about scratches anyway though.

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: mooseman76 on May 05, 2009, 07:35:00 PM

(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee104/mooseman76/psax004.jpg)

Here is some Bolivian Rosewood...Mike

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: kennym on May 05, 2009, 07:43:00 PM

Somethin a little different,stained curly maple...
 (http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/101_1908.jpg)

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Yellow Dog on May 05, 2009, 08:07:00 PM

The lighter set is Zebrawood and the darker set is Bolivian Rosewood. Both on Pittsley Predators.

 (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e173/Yellowdog3822/P2010594.jpg)

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Goke on May 06, 2009, 11:19:00 AM

thanks everyone. I think I just made my decision harder!

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: WildmanSC on May 06, 2009, 11:49:00 AM

There's always Cocobolo, Macassar Ebony, Gaboon Ebony and Wenge veneers to consider!    :)    And you could look at the limbs listed on RER's website for more ideas.

  http://www.rerbows.com/limbs.htm  

I think the curly claro walnut would be mind boggling!

Bill

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: sndmn11 on May 06, 2009, 12:20:00 PM

I have Rose Oak bow with Ziricote veneers.  I tried to take some pictures last night, but I sure cannot figure out the lighting...I'll try again tonight, but in the meantime you might be able to see a semi-decent picture here:

 http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=062603

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Goke on May 08, 2009, 10:15:00 AM

Thanks all. this has been very helpful.

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Jim Jackson on May 09, 2009, 05:56:00 PM

Good ole homegrown black walnut makes a sweet looking veneer:


   (http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q176/akinslow/DSC04993.jpg)

Title: Re: dark limb veneers
Post by: Robertfishes on May 09, 2009, 09:14:00 PM

Stoney, I like that walnut you have there, very nice.