leopard wood

[Crimson mist]

Has anybody used leopard wood as a belly wood with a hickory or bamboo backing? I have a nice board and was wondering about compression strength. Thanks

[7 Lakes]

I cut a half dozen laminations and tapered them for a glass bow.  Beautiful wood.  None past the bend test, every one of them snapped.  I tossed the board.

[Crimson mist]

Thanks, I just use it for handle and nock overlays

[Bowjunkie]

Good handle wood. No good for bending due to very inconsistant 'grain'. It works as a veneer under clear glass.