I resawed this piece of Koa, jointed it, glued it up and am in the process of flatteing it. The far end of the board is near perfect to my eye with mirrored grain. The bottom half, though, where there is some nice figure almost looks like it didn't come from the same board...nearly opposite coloration. Really makes the glue line stand out. Hadn't noticed it when it was somewhat rough, but planing sure brought it out.
Is this normal for figured wood?
Thanks.
Phil
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