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    Default Mountain laurel razor scales?

    Has anyone here ever used mountain laurel for scales. I am in PA and around our hunting camp laurel abounds, and I'd like to scale a razor with some local laurel to create an heirloom tribute to the generations of our family that have enjoyed the area.
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    The root or better yet burl of Mountain Laurel is a far better source than the wood above ground. I have several old tools with Mtn.Laurel handles. Be aware that all parts of the plant are toxic and use a good respirator when sanding and cutting and treat the dust as a hazardous material . It should not present a toxic hazzard when finished however. See >> Mountain Laurel

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    That wood looks awesome, but what a nontraditional shape for scales, I'm not sure which end is the pivot and which is the wedge. Just kidding. A little trivia mountain laurel is also the PA state flower.

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