The stave is 74 inches long, no less than three and half inches wide, three plus inches deep. Along its length it twists about 15-20 degrees which could easily be straightened, if you like, with dry heat. It has been drying since Oct 31, 2011. The sap wood has been removed a single ring has been chased. The back has been sealed in shellac. There is a tiny radial check in one end which does not come thru to the back ring and is an area which will be cut off anyway. No knots to speak of. A nice stave IMHO.
Sorry, but I could not figure out how to post these pics in a reply pm. Let me know what you think.
Russ