Hi everyone, I have been working on building my first project, and am nearing completion of the famous mallet whos guide was on this channel from a long time ago. As I completed the head of the mallet my brother requested one of his own and I would love to make him one, but finding a suitably sized piece of red oak was a very lucky find for even my mallet, is there a way anyone would recommend to find good hardwoods at the size necessary? Ideally at least 4″ x 4″ x 7″ or longer. I have looked and can not find suitable woods in these sizes, alternatively is there a wood that is easier to find at a home center (most doug. fir and red cedar) that may be suitable? Also, I know that firewood is recommended, but I am finding it hard to find a piece of split firewood that has enough wood left for use on a mallet head or long enough for the handle.
Thank you for the help.