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Not sure where to place this so it's going here.

I took down a black walnut last year (August or so) and cut the trunk into 16 to 20 inch long billets (some might be longer but not sure if long enough for a full rifle stock). Going to use the majority for my wood burner next winter (2023) but I am going to cut some lengthwise into pieces to dry to use for various wood working projects. I want to cut some into 2-3" thicknesses to set aside to maybe use or trade for handgun grips. I am guessing the best would be to cut them quarter sawn to get the best figure/strength.

Thoughts?

Going towards the center the wood goes from a ligher to a very nice dark walnut color.

Sounds like an exciting future project! Have always admired people who have the skills to do this type of work.

Ron,
I would be interested in some dark figured wood if you have some that is 9" to12" in, wide? Thickness of 1/2" to 1" thick and 12" to 18" long. Let me know?
Vince

Vince, I'm probably going to start cutting it this weekend and as I do I'll look for anything interesting and let you know.