
Anyway my old ones were made of a northern red oak-a local species of hardwood. They served me many years and many quilts but since I need new ones is it worth upgrading to a more robust hardwood species?
Couple I'm looking at:
Tennesee Hickory

Northern Minnesota Burr Oak

Right now I'm leaning toward the Burr Oak but I may get a wild hair and go for the Hickory.
Anyway back to my needlepointing and thanks in advance for you input.