Sweet Gum slate

[KentuckyHeadhunter]

Not many people have heard of Roger Bender of Indiana. This is one of his gorgeous pots from an uncommon material.  Common tree but the wood is difficult to stabilize.  Sweet Gum slate over glass with two piece Sweet Gum/Hickory striker.  His wife, Connie, may still hold the record for longest Oscellated spurs at an amazing 2.3125".  She broke a record that stood for 19 years!  I'm not sure if he is still making calls but this one was worth sharing.

[Bowhuntr73]

Very nice!! Thxs for sharing

[KentuckyHeadhunter]

I located a pic of that Oscellated spur......Freddy Krueger turkey!

[doublespurs21]

dang,, that's some hooks

[Clardh]

Man...that's a beautiful slate! Nice Spurs too.

[mikejd]

I bet it sounds incredible.

Good looking spurs also.

[mgm1955]

Nice looking pot!