Nope don't mind in the least! Hijack away.
I'm sure so much depends on the individual stave (no 2 cracks alike.) I think you all are saying what was rattling around in my head. I just wanted to confirm it.
Soy that last bow you posted had to have the mother of all cracks. I don't think I've ever seen a finished bow with that kinda scar all the way thru it.
Scott