07-13-2007, 02:09 AM
Quote: Ash would not really class as a hardwood
No, but I didn't say it was- "Ash is a reasonable choice as are probably any number of hardwoods" I didn't say 'other' hardwoods :wink:
I've made a number of pilum hafts from ash and it is very serviceable- strong, fairly light and easy to work.
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