Degame?

[Sam McMichael]

I have seen in the news that there is movement towards more normal relations with Cuba. If that develops, would Degame wood again become available to American bow makers? Would American archers and bow makers want lemonwood bows like they used to. I have little experience with it, but it seems that it was a very popular bow material in the past.

No, this is not a political thread, so please don't respond politically. I am just interested in hearing about lemonwood bows. I hope the question does not offend anybody.

[mangonboat]

Good question! I had forgotten about lemonwood..havent seen one in decades.

[ron w]

Is Cuba the only place it can be found?

[Java Man]

Lemonwood was popular for cranking out selfbows before the advent of fiberglass.  I doubt there there would be much market for it now.  IMO.

Java Man

[Pat B]

I think there would be a market for lemonwood even though it is a marginal bow wood...but it does have historical value.
I built a hickory backed lemonwood ALB that I donated to Tennessee Classic last year. It was my first lemonwood bow and I was pleased with the results.
I think lemonwood can also be found in parts of Central America.