Mahogany in riser?

[StanM]

It's that time of year again when my archery class will be building longbows.  I've never used Mahogany in the risers of these bows, but I have some left over from a bookcase Mama wanted.  Will it work?  These are straight limbed 68" longbows pulling 35 pounds or so.  Thanks,

Stan

[bjansen]

I think most Mahoganys are fairly brittle, but I think it will work for a 35# bow (I would laminate the riser though just to be safe).  Good luck!

[Tom Leemans]

I would laminate it too. Mahogany can be brittle.

[StanM]

Brad and Tom,

Thanks for the input.  Was kinda thinking it might not work as is, think I'll stick to Maple, Ash and Walnut.

Stan