I'd like to get some information regarding what I've heard referred to as "curly" brazilian r/w - this variation has reddish swirl patterns throughout the grain (I have some pics but am unable to post them), as opposed to what I'm guessing is standard (non-streaked) braz r/w which looks very similar to Indian r/w in color but is tighter grained. Although in my limited experience it seems to be rarer, I know that some of the early '03 Historic LP's sported this 'curly' variation. Aesthetic considerations aside, would there be any advantage to using 'curly' over 'standard'? Is it indeed a rare variant of Braz r/w, or no? Would it indicate an older wood, or is it just as likely to be harvested today in similar quantities in comparison to non-streaked braz r/w as in years past?
Thanks in advance for any information...