Tony,
Purpleheart is a pretty neat wood, but like Ipe it is a task to work with it. I almost think that Ipe is easier to work with. At least in the sanding. It is much more visible, due to the nature of purplheart, to sand evry part of the PH well. Not quite as noticable on the Ipe. One warning. This stuff is not good for you. After shaping Ipe without a mask, your nose will burn. I Highly recommend all the proper safety equip.
Niadh
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