I Can get you High Quality Hardwood Maple if you are still looking for it. I have bee a lumber broker for 29 years. I deal in larger truckload quantities, but enjoy sourcing smaller quantities for hobbyists and Wood workers. I get great satisfaction being able to use my many years of experience and knowledge to help serious enthusiast get the product they really desire without having to pay an arm and a leg for it! Although I do know a sharp shooter with only one arm, this really isn't necessary step to take. Any time I can help let me know. I have a lot of connections with quality manufactures of Billets, Dowels, exotics, as well as I find a lot of pretty interesting overstock and salvage deals. Due to my long term reputation I can do small quantities in most cases. Currently I have Some beautiful clear Brazilian Maple squares that are 1 1/16" x 1 1/16" x 24" and 30". This stuff is awesome it is tight grain and turns very well. Or I could turn them into clear 1" dowels 24" or 30" or trim them if anyone is interested. I have a ton of shorter Clear hardwoods in many species. If I can help let me know. Cheers!