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End grain chopping block?????

I got some mistery "scrap" wood yesterday from a very generous member. I made this chopping block out of it. Any idea as to what kind of wood it might be? It is very hard, chips out pretty easy, heavy, kinda olive-green in color, no distinct or unique smell. And another question, what else...
- DaveO
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- Mar 5, 2006
- block chopping end grain
- Replies: 32
- Forum: General Woodworking
What planes are best for end grain???

I've got a Stanley block plane & a #4. Neither are doing the best job. Am I atacking the beast with the wrong sword. Dave:smile:
- DaveO
- Thread
- Sep 9, 2005
- end grain planes
- Replies: 24
- Forum: Hand Tools and their Use