I've got a small problem....need a little help
I've got a model #3 on order at the shop, and it's now time to send in the wood...the only thing is I cannot decide which wood to send them.
I've got two blocks that match the size that is needed.
One Is Snake Wood and the other is Burl Ironwood
I would be greatful for any help.
Thanks
:-)Rocky

Both are nice blocks.I think you see snakewood less often

I like them both but that Ironwood jumps out.

Rocky...they are both nice wood..the only suggestion I could add would be to go with the Ironwood...because I've read
and saw evidence that alot of 'Snakewood', over time developes a few 'cracks..'checks'.

...agree with Rex.
Let's see some photos when it's back "home".
Best, Capt. Chris

ironwood and snakewood

Rocky

IMO both are great pieces of wood. I would choose the ironwood. I like the burls. I have many wood handled RMK knives and unfortunately the end result does not always look like the original. On the other hand it sometimes looks much better.

In the end if you don't like the Ironwood, you could always sell it to Peter, he will buy anything ironwood!!

I wasn't going to reply because everyone knows I am biased toward ironwood, but that is an awful nice ironwood block.
Ironwood is very stable and will take a high polish.

So, I vote for ironwood.

Peter

I vote for the Ironwood too.

Rocky, I like your problems - they are looking good
I'd vote for the ironwood as well but... what are you going to do with the very nice block of snakewood then??