Paul, I like your built in method of moderation in bending. I know I was pushing my first one too hard at the beginning because I did not realize how soft and flexible it would get. I got away with it but your way is safer, especially the first time.

I like to wait overnight for the stock to set before removing the force.

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BrentD, (Professor - just for Stan)

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