Aesthetics and more

[Dakota Kid]

I see that now that you pointed it out. I'm surprised I didn't notice it.  I really tried to follow the curves on that limb. The top limb on that bow was as straight as can be. The bottom one(the one pictured) was knotty, kinky and twisted. I teased the wife saying it was a perfect fit to her personality. An old phase came to mind, something about a lady in the street or something.

Is this something I should attempt to correct? I suppose a better wording would be, is this putting the bow or the shooter at risk? Or is it just more of an eyesore to fellow bowyers? 

[George Tsoukalas]

There's nothing you can do now.
I think it is ok but osage is not tolerant of grain violations. Up to you.
Let's see what others say.
If you go ahead as is, be sure you tiller that knotted area to appear flat so it does  not bend as much as the rest of the limb.
Jawge

[Ranasp]

For the first knot, rather than try to disguise it or even it out, I'd push the fact that it's asymmetrical.  How comfortable are you with painting?  Some geometric shapes like circles and dots around the knot with straight lines on the straight edge would look pretty neat! 

[DC]

Paint and I are mortal enemies   I have no color sense and even less talent.   I can't even copy chicken scratch.

[Dakota Kid]

Sorry to hijack the thread. I'll suggest pen and ink then so I don't feel as guilty asking about my issue.

Jawge,

I think/hope the HHB can take it. It certainly takes dyes really well being so bleach white to start with. The knot was also left a little stiff for safety and flooded with ca glue. I've put a 100 or so arrows through it. I'll do another 100 before I let the wifey take over.

[DC]

Don't worry about hijacking my threads. As long as we learn something

[George Tsoukalas]

Oh good, Dakota. Leaving knots slightly stiff no matter the wood used.
I've even had osage break when I've forgotten that.
I apologize I may have gotten DC's photos and yours confused.
Jawge