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Old 01-21-2009, 11:16 PM
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Default RE: Wood Source, National or Balsa USA?

I think there are some growing problems with large balsa too as far as our needs go.

The older the tree the harder the balsa

Balsa density can vary in a tree so we can have a more evenly dense sheet for less price if it is a glue up