How to cut this burl

[chatometry]

Hi everyone
I got this redbud burl, about 10-12" across.
I cannot turn, so I aim at making some flat stock, likely 1½ inch
How would you cut it?

"Quartersawn"?



"Flatsawn"?



"Cross-cut"?


What is the best way to get the "sunburst" effect?
Thanks, and sorry for the dumb question.

Paolo

 

[Jonkou]

Here’s a look at the grain pattern when scarfed off the log.



Based on your sample sketches the ones labeled cross-cut and quarter sawn will look the same, commonly referred to as rays.



Flatsawn will give you eyes or the starburst effect depending on the burls characteristics



Personally I prefer the look of what you’re calling flat sawn for both flat work and a turned piece.

 

[daniscool]

Here’s a look at the grain pattern when scarfed off the log.

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Based on your sample sketches the ones labeled cross-cut and quarter sawn will look the same, commonly referred to as rays.

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Flatsawn will give you eyes or the starburst effect depending on the burls characteristics

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Personally I prefer the look of what you’re calling flat sawn for both flat work and a turned piece.

That write up is amazing. I do think that rays have their uses but they are not that different from curl to the untrained eye (most people who aren’t woodworkers) eyes on the other hand have a special wow factor.

 

[chatometry]

Here’s a look at the grain pattern when scarfed off the log.

Thank you for the excellent explanation! I will give it a try!