I have used a few types of wood from work and they all worked fine. I think hardwood would work best but im sure 2x4 would work in a pinch.You want to cut the wood with the grains going up and down when placed in the vice. If the grains are horizontal it could split in the vice. I also use a powdered rosin bag and powder the blocks. It is in the baseball section at academy and helps with the grip.
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