Redwood 4x4 cutoff scraps (Lemay/Mehville area)

A friend wants me to make Redwood drawer pulls. I am concerned that it is a pretty soft wood for using on the lathe and I want to test it, but I can't find any redwood unless I buy at least an eight foot 4x4! Anybody got some scraps?
Can you help with this request?
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