While others may vary in their experience, I have found the birches to be
prone to tear out and fuzz. When dry for final turning and sanding, they are
a bit easier to get a nice finish, but still a little difficult. I find that
after finsihing with anything other than a laquer, they have a gritty feel
that disappears with a quick sanding with 2000 grit paper. That said, they
are a pleasure to turn and have some amazing grains and spalt to a delicious
coloration.

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God bless and safe turning
Darrell Feltmate
Truro, NS Canada
www.aroundthewoods.com