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Originally Posted by sgavy
From a material point of view, the standard 2x2 twill is used in industry where the strength is consistent in two directions. The more decorative weaves have slightly different properties depending in what direction you test them (hence why you dont see basket weave f1 parts).
In general though they all over stiffness and strength in excess of what's required on a guitar. Many other variables would have a more significant impact (resin content, voids, pattern design). Its likely only used on the outer layers.
From what i've seen as an outsider, mcphearson have a great process. I'd love to try one someday! Id suspect if you were blind folded, it would be impossible to tell the difference.
Simon
(formerly Simon@Emerald).
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Might the basket weave, with longer runs of straight fiber (and in general twills of longer straight runs, 3x3, 4x4...) be a bit stronger North/South & East/West, which as aligned on the top of a Sable, be a better (in theory) choice?
In general, I thought there was a trade off of tight weave being easier to maintain fiber alignment (cosmetics mostly) and coarser weave being a pain to work around curves and keep nice looking, but stronger after curing due to longer straight fiber length.
I agree is would likely take some experience, like being in-charge of final inspection at the factory, to be able to hear the difference.