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why don't you just get a plywood sheet, and laminate up the thickness you want

dirt cheap, super rigid, and good for learning stuff

about the only downside is the resin dulls tools quickly, but...

go out there, unlikely they are going to be able to help you over the phone

be prepared to scratch around the lumber racks (and re-pack it otherwise they get pretty pissed :D)

tell them you...

have you tried Moxon Timbers in Seaview ?

what are you after ? species and size ?

Other option is the ITM crown out Waikanae way, they moved all the timber from the Seaview branch out there...

tikka7/08

if you want real wood (not ply), then have a look at Moxon Timbers in Seaview

if you need help with a bandsaw for initial shape, give me a shout

Yea, pls post photos along the way, I'm keen to try a DIY laminate stock one day