open face pinblock

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In a message dated 4/29/2000 4:38:26 PM, Owen wrote:

<<I wanted to use some highly figured mahogany crotch veneer that I've been
saving, but am wondering if something a little less exotic might stand a
better chance of staying together when we drill the block.>>

Owen;
 I would think that the Mahogany, even a crotch section, would have too much 
of a open grain to be used in this location. Also it will have a 'tendency' 
to tear more than would a uniformly more closely grained veneer, say maple, 
birch, holly or some such.  If however you are really wanting to use the 
mahogany then you might try a spurred bit to start the holes through the 
veneer and finish with your favorite drill bit.
 When doing this I have always used a plastic resin glue or epoxy thinned and 
clamped 'rrrrrealy' well.
My thoughts.
Jim Bryant (FL)