European hardwoods?

[Bivyhunter]

I need some input from you guys.  I've got a customer a that has roots in Europe, South Africa, Hawaii and the mainland. He has tasked me to build a bow from materials from all 4 areas.  I've got all of them covered but Europe.  I could use some ideas for either handle material or limb veneers.  Any suggestions?
Thanks,
South

[okie64]

I know yew grows in Europe and would make some pretty veneers. What kind of wood are you using from Hawaii?

[Bivyhunter]

I've got some curly Koa veneers that I was planning on using on the back of the limbs.

[fujimo]

whats from south africa,
pm swissbow he might be able to help

[wood carver 2]

How about English oak? It's stong and beautiful. European walnut or olive from southern Europe are also great lookers.
Dave.

[IdahoCurt]

Varieties of figured Oak,Elm,Sycamore and Walnut can be found in Europe.

[Stagmitis]

Olive would be another.

[Sixby]

Circassian Walnut. English Walnut, French Walnut, Olive, Yew, there is one that comes from russia that I can't quite put my name on that makes fantastic figured veneers. If I remember it I'll post. You will love the look of koa but it sure burns easy when you are sanding it. I always try to use a brand new belt.
God bless, Steve

[Sal]

Seems like everything from Europe is made from beech.  Its like their oak.  Very plain, but very European.