T.A.DAVISON
Slip Joint Knife Maker
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Stumps are considered the best stand because of the spring. I can't remember if it is hickory or elm, but one was even more preferable because of the that characteristic. Mass under the anvil is always a good thing, too.
Some folks, when they build a wood stand out of lumber, use 4x4's and stand them vertically and band a bunch together. Apparently, having the grain lengthwise improves that springiness more. Seems to make sense, logically.
If ya drop a 2 X 4 flat on concrete you will not get much bounce, but if you drop it on it's end the thing will bounce back up pretty good..... :thumbup:
I would listen to fitzo too. - :thumbup:
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