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Offline Mike Mecredy

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Who is a good source for ipe
« on: October 20, 2009, 10:59:00 AM »
I got a request of an ipe/bamboo longbow and I've never used it.  Where can I procure some.  Splices aren't an issue for me so it can be 36" pieces.
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Offline Dean Marlow

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Re: Who is a good source for ipe
« Reply #1 on: October 20, 2009, 12:25:00 PM »
Try Brock Johnson   Diamond Back is what he goes by . He frquents this site quite often.I got some slats from him this summer and they are nice. Dean
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Offline Okie 1

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Re: Who is a good source for ipe
« Reply #2 on: October 20, 2009, 01:06:00 PM »
Hey Mike, here's a link to where I get mine.  http://www.austinwholesaledecking.com/ipe_botanical_info.htm

Just ask them to hand pick you some and tell them what you're using it for.
I buy the 5/4 x 6" and resaw it in half and can get 6 bows from one board.

If you just want enough for 1 bow I can send ya a piece. Pm me and let me know.

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Offline Loren Holland

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Re: Who is a good source for ipe
« Reply #3 on: October 22, 2009, 03:33:00 PM »
i live in Austin and buy from the decking supply, it about 3 bucks a foot.  i don't mind picking out a board for you, i have to go get some more anyways. just cover cost and shipping

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