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Wood grains
Wood grains
A. Side view, shows "reed" of grain running down side of bow.
B. Front view, shows rift or chamfer.
C. Cross-section seen from side, showing annular rings, and perpendicular grain or reed.
        1. Back of bow.
        2. Belly of bow.
        3. Sapwood backing.