Let your very knowledgeable recipient decide how to cure it ! ! !
Leaving it here will be nice for some time, then it will decay. Save that thing ! ! !
@RogerM
There are numerous posts on drying wood for turning / woodworking, etc.
Most reference some sort of sealant on the ends & LOTS of time.
Try the Search Mode:
https://www.treebuzz.com/forum/threads/turning-a-rootball-on-the-lathe.48638/#post-746217...
@RogerM
You may want to contact Edwardo Medina at Davey Tree in IL.
He is a recruiter & instructor for Davey; primarily Spanish speakers.
REALLY Great guy. He has volunteered for many, many, many TCC's.
He was a good friend w/ Norm Hall.
Although he works for Davey, I'm sure he could provide...
RedMax is a Japanese manufacturer owned by Husqvarna in 2007; USA headquarters in Charlotte, NC.
The RedMax EBZ9000-RH backpack blower reportedly:
Blow force: 56 N
Air speed (round nozzle) 216 mph
Air volume: 1245 CFM
91.3 fl. oz. fuel tank (up to 25% longer run-time vs competition)
weighs 26.5...
Battery Replacement Blower for Sthil Gas BR-600 Leaf Blower ?
My Sthil BR-600 has been excellent; for several years; easy start & reliable.
677 CFM at 238 MPH & 64.8cc engine.
I use it primarily for fall leaves, excessive grass clippings, & small stick clean-up, etc.
I think you need VELOCITY...
Update on Estwing Hammer Face Flatness: (FYI)
Back in ~ late 1980’s, I bought an Estwing Drilling/Crack Hammer - 3-Pound Sledge.
It does indeed have a slightly rounded contact surface for contact.
The recently purchased “Fireside Friend” surface is flat.
There are several threads available here on TB if you go the the "search" function:
e.g. http://www.treebuzz.com/forum/threads/what-are-the-best-scissors.26528/#post-371041
@Suuz - Welcome.
My younger brother was a true "chef" in Amsterdam for 30 years. Among his last jobs was in the executive dinning room at Royal Dutch Shell !
Rohan Duck Breast – reverse seared
(Duck from D’Artagnan.com; Sous Vide 135°F for 3 hrs to med-rare; Seared on Stove-top for crisp skin)
Potato – twice baked
(French Dip sour cream; Extra sharp Cheddar cheese; Louisiana Hot sauce; salt & pepper)
Spinach – baby leaf, steamed w/ butter...