get twist out

[earnestsix]

 I have a piece of Osage that's been giving me fits, bottom limb took good to steam, but top half has been heck. Steamed it three times already now its too dry. Should I soak for few weeks then try again? thanks

[Wolftrail]

Not sure but does dry heat work in that case.

[earnestsix]

I guess dry heat works as well as steam, but I've never used dry heat so I guess I'll try dry after it soaks for a while.

[Pat B]

If you're trying to get that dog leg out I'd steam it. You can shellac the stave first to help keep the moisture out. Shellac can handle the heat and moisture.

[earnestsix]

further along with bow, better pic on bend at top.

[Roy from Pa]

You posted a thumbnail picture, which is fine.

After you select your picture from your PC or phone, just to the right of the little window where the picture name appears, click ( Insert Attachment 1 ). That will make the picture full size in your post.