"James "Cubby" Culbertson" wrote in message
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Typically "Chopping" blocks are made this way with the end grain up. For
true cutting boards,
I've typically seen edge grain showing. Either way, I'm sure it'll work
just fine!
Cheers,
cc

Yes, the endgrain does not dull the blade as quickly as a "cross grain"
cutting board. The grain separates a little at the knife edge, kind of like
the way a horsehair (or whatever material that is) dartboard does.

dwhite