Box call lid questions

[TLB]

I've read that the wood grain in a box call lid or paddle should be nearly straight up and down, or to some near perpendicular angle out to about 45 degrees. Agree? Disagree?

If agree, (and I never find grain perfectly perpendicular), in which direction should the grain be oriented? If looking at it from the handle end should the grain be slanted/leaning to the left or right?

And if the grain should be slanted to the left or right, wouldn't one side always be wrong on a double sided box call?

Your input would be appreciated!

[gergg]

I don't build box calls, but I think this is the proper answer------1/4 sawn lids are what the guys use....I would think you can buy flat sawn lumber in 8/4 and saw 1/4 sawn pieces off of the edges wide enough for the lids if you can't find 1/4 sawn pieces.

[CMBOSTC]

I don't build box calls, but I think this is the proper answer------1/4 sawn lids are what the guys use....I would think you can buy flat sawn lumber in 8/4 and saw 1/4 sawn pieces off of the edges wide enough for the lids if you can't find 1/4 sawn pieces.

You are correct Sir!