I believe the same tree was used for manufacturing golf balls for a time. Before...

willwagner 12 months ago | parent | context | favorite | on: The Bloody History of 'Deadline'

I believe the same tree was used for manufacturing golf balls for a time. Before that golf balls were originally made with leather stuffed with feathers but transitioned to be the "gutty ball" for 50 years or so until they transitioned to rubber and more modern materials.