From what I can tell based on observing the standing trees, most of this stuff is of excellent, dare I say almost immaculate, grain quality. The bark seems to indicate very straight grain, as the ridges proceed straight upward with no spiral. There are no knots or limbs for perhaps 30 feet (the trees in this woods are very tall and straight, there is some good genes present as well as excellent soil and other growing conditions)
However, I have yet to thoroughly inspect the timber. I have not yet got the clearance to cut it down. This is all based on initial observation. Once I get a good look, I might change my mind...
Plan B for the oaks is to saw them into boards and timbers, if they are not suitable for hewn timbers.
I am looking forward to the opportunity to take my hewing axes to some virgin white oak...
