dark limb veneers

[Goke]

I am looking at wood choices for a new bow. I want a set of dark limbs but still want to use wood. Anyone have some photos of good dark wood veneers. Possibly ebony, zircote, etc.?

[Randy Morin]

Well I just did a bow with the darkest Walnut I've found in the limbs under clear glass.  A rich dark brown. It looks really classy.  I mixed in Bocote in the riser, limb bolt overlays and limb tips to give it some bling. I could email you some photos later tonight or tomorrow when I have more time. Sounds like you may be looking for a black though.  You also have the option of using a dye of your choice on any wood really.

[Goke]

Thanks Randy, Love to see the photos.

[V-Archer]

What about these ones? Ziricote under clear glass, some with footing.

 

 

 

[2treks]

I have some walnut burl that will blow your mind.
It is dark brown.

[Steve O]

Here's some Ebony:

 

[Jedimaster]

One thing to consider is the tendency for dark woods to show any cosmetic flaws in the glass.  I can live with a streak here and there but some folks can't.  For that reason alone some cringe to go with a dark veneer (just what I've been told).  It's also important to remember that the bowyer doesn't have much input on the glass manufacturers cosmetic quality control, although I know plenty have tried.

[Curveman]

Indonesian rosewood

[Curveman]

My bow (Border GL) is actually glassless but has carbon lams instead. I don't worry about scratches anyway though.

[mooseman76]

Here is some Bolivian Rosewood...Mike

[kennym]

Somethin a little different,stained curly maple...
 

[Yellow Dog]

The lighter set is Zebrawood and the darker set is Bolivian Rosewood. Both on Pittsley Predators.

 

[Goke]

thanks everyone. I think I just made my decision harder!

[WildmanSC]

There's always Cocobolo, Macassar Ebony, Gaboon Ebony and Wenge veneers to consider!        And you could look at the limbs listed on RER's website for more ideas.

  http://www.rerbows.com/limbs.htm  

I think the curly claro walnut would be mind boggling!

Bill

[sndmn11]

I have Rose Oak bow with Ziricote veneers.  I tried to take some pictures last night, but I sure cannot figure out the lighting...I'll try again tonight, but in the meantime you might be able to see a semi-decent picture here:

 http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=062603

[Goke]

Thanks all. this has been very helpful.

[Jim Jackson]

Good ole homegrown black walnut makes a sweet looking veneer:


   

[Robertfishes]

Stoney, I like that walnut you have there, very nice.