Pink Ivory Knife Handle Blanks

A fairly rare wood from Southern Africa ranging in color from light pink to watermelon red. At one time it was described as being "rarer than diamonds". It is very dense, hard and heavy and takes a very high polish. Beautiful for turnery, inlays and other precious items.

Item Number: W39390

$29.00

B 15/16 x 1 9/16 x 9 1/2"

$24.15

C 15/16 x 1 1/4 x 9 7/8"

Pink Ivory Knife Handle Blanks

A fairly rare wood from Southern Africa ranging in color from light pink to watermelon red. At one time it was described as being "rarer than diamonds". It is very dense, hard and heavy and takes a very high polish. Beautiful for turnery, inlays and other precious items.

Item Number: W39389

$14.05

A 1 x 1 7/16 x 4 11/16"

$15.65

B 1 x 1 1/2 x 5"

$27.20

D 1 1/16 x 1 1/2 x 8 3/16"

$33.65

E 1 x 2 3/16 x 7 3/8"

$40.15

F 1 7/16 x 2 1/16 x 6 1/2"

Quilted Big Leaf Maple Lam Top Guitar Sets

This tree is native to the Pacific Northwest. It has the distinction of having the largest leaf of the Maples-up to 15" in diameter. This is a soft Maple. The tree can produce many different types of figure, including quilted (tubular, popcorn, & cloud), curly (fiddleback, broken, & basketweave), and burl.

Item Number: IW34989

$75.00 $63.75

A ea. pc. 5/16 x 5 9/16-7 1/8 x 20 1/8"

Bird's-eye Maple

The heartwood is white or cream to light brown or reddish brown. Figured somewhat like that of burl with many small eyes separate from each other. Hard and heavy, 45 lbs/cu ft. Easy to work and takes a smooth polish. U.S.A.

Item Number: W39378

$16.75

B 3/4 x 4 x 26 3/4"

$28.60

C 13/16 x 5 7/8 x 28 3/4"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39357

$44.40

C 11/16 x 3 5/16 x 22 7/16"

$130.65

D 2 1/8 x 3 5/16 x 21 3/8"

$97.35

E 1 5/8 x 2 7/8 x 24"

$90.65

F 1 1/16 x 4 x 24 9/16"

Quilted Big Leaf Maple

This tree is native to the Pacific Northwest. It has the distinction of having the largest leaf of the Maples-up to 15" in diameter. This is a soft Maple. The tree can produce many different types of figure, including quilted (tubular, popcorn, & cloud), curly (fiddleback, broken, & basketweave), and burl.

Item Number: W39353

$39.75

B 7/8 x 6 x 36 5/16"

$52.95

C 3/4 x 5 5/8 x 36 1/8"

$71.65

D 13/16 x 6 1/4 x 40 5/8"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39342

$111.05

B 1 15/16 x 3 x 22"

$140.35

F 1 9/16 x 4 7/16 x 23 5/16"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39341

$39.55

D 1 x 1 15/16 x 23 1/2"

$60.10

E 1 1/2 x 2 1/4 x 20 1/2"

$101.35

F 2 1/16 x 2 13/16 x 20 1/8"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39340

$39.15

A 2 x 2 7/16 x 9 1/4"

$28.35

D 7/8 x 2 9/16 x 14 9/16"

$36.65

E 1 1/16 x 2 9/16 x 15 1/2"

Quilted Big Leaf Maple

This tree is native to the Pacific Northwest. It has the distinction of having the largest leaf of the Maples-up to 15" in diameter. This is a soft Maple. The tree can produce many different types of figure, including quilted (tubular, popcorn, & cloud), curly (fiddleback, broken, & basketweave), and burl.

Item Number: W39332

$29.70

B 15/16 x 3 3/8 x 22 1/2"

$36.15

C 7/8 x 4 1/16 x 24 3/8"

$57.55

E 7/8 x 6 3/16 x 25 1/2"

$71.85

F 7/8 x 6 3/4 x 29 3/16"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39322

$34.00 $27.20

A 1 x 1 3/4 x 22 3/8"

$40.50

B 13/16 x 2 5/8 x 21 7/8"

$58.15

C 1 x 3 x 22 5/16"

$46.90

D 1 x 2 1/4 x 24"

$54.60

F 7/8 x 2 3/4 x 26 1/8"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39321

$34.20

C 15/16 x 3 x 14"

$32.00

F 15/16 x 2 5/16 x 17"

$48.85

H 1 x 3 x 18 3/4"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39320

$12.00

A 3/4 x 2 1/4 x 8 3/16"

$30.60

E 3/4 x 4 x 11 3/4"

$38.10

F 3/4 x 3 5/8 x 16 1/8"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39319

$9.80

C 1 x 1 1/4 x 9"

$12.90

F 3/4 x 1 1/4 x 15 13/16"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39318

$12.50

C 13/16 x 1 1/4 x 14 1/8"

West African Ebony Knife Handle Blanks

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39317

$10.90

F 1 x 2 1/4 x 5 9/16"

West African Ebony Thins

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39309

$8.45

B 3/16 x 4 5/16 x 10"

$18.85

D 5/16 x 3 5/8 x 15 15/16"

$21.95

E 5/16 x 4 1/16 x 16 9/16"

$21.95

F 5/16 x 4 1/8 x 16 5/16"

$9.20

G 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 17 1/8"

$24.40

H 5/16 x 4 3/16 x 17 7/8"

West African Ebony Pen Blank Bundles

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Each bundle has 6 pieces.

Item Number: W39297

$15.00

A ea. pc. 3/4 x 3/4 x 5 1/2"

$15.00 $12.00

D ea. pc. 3/4 x 3/4 x 5 1/2"

$15.00

E ea. pc. 3/4 x 3/4 x 5 1/2"

$15.00

F ea. pc. 3/4 x 3/4 x 5 1/2"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39290

$55.30

D 1 1/8 x 3 15/16 x 14 3/8"

$80.65

E 1 11/16 x 3 13/16 x 14 7/16"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39289

$11.10

A 1 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 6 13/16"

$23.65

F 1 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 14 1/2"

$41.45

H 15/16 x 4 5/8 x 11"

Shedua Archery Bow Riser Billets

Also called Ovangkol and Amazakoue. This wood is increasingly becoming popular as an acoustic guitar wood. The color varies from a rich, golden brown to a lustrous grayish brown usually with a black stripe.

Item Number: W39284

$79.95

B 1 13/16 x 8 3/4 x 24 3/16"

$80.35

C 1 7/8 x 8 1/2 x 24 3/16"

West African Ebony Pen Blank Bundles

The heartwood is white or cream to light brown or reddish brown. Figured somewhat like that of burl with many small eyes separate from each other. Hard and heavy, 45 lbs/cu ft. Easy to work and takes a smooth polish. U.S.A.

6 pieces each.

Item Number: W39279

Ceylon Satinwood Knife Handle Scales

This wood is primarily from Sri Lanka and has been a valuable wood of commerce for several centuries. The wood has a look that begs it to be touched. When finely polished and finished Satinwood has a smooth, silky feel with a lustrous depth.

Item Number: W39273

$5.00 $4.00

D ea. pc. 3/8 x 1 1/2 x 5"

$5.00 $4.00

E ea. pc. 3/8 x 1 1/2 x 5"

Ceylon Satinwood Knife Handle Scales

This wood is primarily from Sri Lanka and has been a valuable wood of commerce for several centuries. The wood has a look that begs it to be touched. When finely polished and finished Satinwood has a smooth, silky feel with a lustrous depth.

Item Number: W39272

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39266

$58.20

B 2 x 2 3/4 x 12 3/16"

$83.60

C 2 x 2 7/16 x 19 3/4"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39265

$31.90

E 1 1/16 x 2 3/8 x 14 9/16"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39264

$44.40

D 1 1/4 x 2 3/4 x 14 7/8"

$42.65

F 1 1/8 x 2 7/8 x 15 3/16"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39263

$32.25

A 1 3/8 x 3 x 9"

$44.10

F 1 x 3 9/16 x 14 1/4"

West African Ebony Turning Squares

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39261

$

A sold x x

$33.95

B 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 25"

$55.10

D 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 28 3/16"

$69.55

E 1 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 24 3/8"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39251

$31.20

E 1 3/16 x 2 x 15 1/8"

$36.35

I 1 x 2 15/16 x 14 1/4"

West African Ebony Turning Squares

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39246

$20.90

A 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 4 3/4"

$33.85

C 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 13 11/16"

$23.45

E 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 12"

$29.10

F 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 14 7/8"

$26.15

G 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 x 14 9/16"

$26.80

H 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 x 14 15/16"

West African Ebony Turning Squares

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39245

$23.45

B 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 12"

$27.60

C 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 14 1/8"

$29.55

D 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 15 1/8"

$33.95

E 1 9/16 x 1 9/16 x 16"

West African Ebony Turning Squares

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39242

$11.80

B 1 9/16 x 1 9/16 x 5 9/16"

$12.70

D 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 6 1/2"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39240

$18.90

C 1 1/8 x 1 1/2 x 12 7/8"

$31.25

E 1 x 1 1/2 x 24"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39237

$39.20

D 15/16 x 2 7/16 x 19 3/4"

$65.50

F 1 x 4 7/16 x 17"

Ziricote

Ziricote is another timber we get from the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. It is a lovely wood with a very pronounced ray fleck on radial surfaces sometimes producing a "landscape" effect much like picture jasper.

Item Number: W39216

$12.95

A 1 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 7 15/16"

$15.35

B 1 9/16 x 3 5/16 x 5 11/16"

$34.20

C 1 3/4 x 3 3/4 x 10"

$22.20

D 1 7/8 x 2 3/16 x 10 3/8"

$15.35

E 15/16 x 2 15/16 x 10 11/16"

$58.90

G 1 5/8 x 3 13/16 x 18 1/4"

Canarywood

This Brazilian hardwood is occasionally seen to have the bright, brilliantly hued colors as found in these boards. It has medium density and is easy to work and finish. Kiln-dried.

Item Number: W39210

$49.45

A 2 13/16 x 4 5/8 x 15 5/8"

$53.85

B 2 13/16 x 4 1/2 x 17 1/2"

$80.85

D 2 3/4 x 4 13/16 x 25 1/8"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39208

$85.70

B 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 x 11 15/16"

West African Ebony

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39197

$43.70

E 1 7/16 x 2 3/16 x 16"

$68.35

F 1 7/16 x 3 x 18 1/4"

$121.85

G 1 15/16 x 3 13/16 x 19"

West African Ebony Turning Squares

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39185

$9.75

A 15/16 x 15/16 x 10 5/8"

$13.05

B 15/16 x 15/16 x 14 1/4"

$16.10

D 15/16 x 15/16 x 17 9/16"

$24.00

E 1 x 1 x 23"

$22.70

F 15/16 x 15/16 x 24 3/4"

Zebrawood Turning Squares

This striped wood develops a beautiful golden patina as it ages.

Item Number: W39184

$12.00

A 2 x 2 x 12 1/8"

$12.00

B 2 x 2 x 12 1/16"

$12.00

C 1 15/16 x 1 15/16 x 12 1/8"

$12.00

D 1 15/16 x 1 15/16 x 12 1/8"

$12.00

F 2 x 2 x 12 1/8"

Ziricote Guitar Bridge Blanks

Ziricote is another timber we get from the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. It is a lovely wood with a very pronounced ray fleck on radial surfaces sometimes producing a "landscape" effect much like picture jasper.

Item Number: IW34926

$10.00 $8.50

B 1/2 x 2 x 8 5/16"

$12.00 $10.20

C 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 8 5/16"

$12.00 $10.20

D 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 8 5/16"

$12.00

E 1/2 x 2 3/4 x 8 3/8"

Ziricote Guitar Peghead Veneers

Ziricote is another timber we get from the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. It is a lovely wood with a very pronounced ray fleck on radial surfaces sometimes producing a "landscape" effect much like picture jasper.

Item Number: IW34925

$10.00

A 1/8 x 3 7/8-4 x 7 15/16"

$10.00

C 1/8 x 3 7/8-4 x 7 15/16"

$10.00 $8.50

D 1/8 x 3 7/8-4 x 7 15/16"

$10.00

E 1/8 x 3 7/8-4 x 7 15/16"

$10.00

F 1/8 x 3 7/8-4 x 7 15/16"

$10.00

G 1/8 x 3 7/8-4 x 7 15/16"

$10.00

H 1/8 x 3 7/8-4 x 7 15/16"

Bird's-eye Maple

The heartwood is white or cream to light brown or reddish brown. Figured somewhat like that of burl with many small eyes separate from each other. Hard and heavy, 45 lbs/cu ft. Easy to work and takes a smooth polish. U.S.A.

Item Number: W39179

$31.25

B 7/8 x 4 1/4 x 34 9/16"

$32.80

C 7/8 x 4 7/16 x 34 3/4"

$42.50

D 7/8 x 5 5/8 x 35 1/2"

Mexican Bocote Turning Squares

Bocote is an oily wood with a yellowish to dark brown color accented with irregular black stripes and streaks. It has a spicy smell and is hard, heavy and strong. It is easy to work and takes a very nice polish. This beautiful wood is seldom seen in woodworker's shops.

Item Number: W39153

$7.85

B 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 4 15/16"

$13.70

C 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 7"

$17.65

D 2 3/8 x 2 3/8 x 10"

$29.85

E 2 13/16 x 2 13/16 x 12 1/16"

$28.40

F 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 x 12"

Paulownia

This native of Asia has been widely cultivated in many parts of the world for its showy, rich purple flowers. Also called the Empress Tree, the lightweight wood is much sought after in the Orient for cabinet-making. The wood is lighter in weight than Swamp Ash, has decent acoustic properties, and as such is excellent for solid-body guitars.

Item Number: W39151

$13.95

A 1 7/8 x 2 15/16 x 24 1/4"

$31.55

C 2 x 6 3/16 x 24 7/16"

$38.10

D 2 3/8 x 6 5/16 x 24 3/8"

$32.00

E 2 7/16 x 4 11/16 x 26 7/8"

$41.65

F 2 1/4 x 7 1/8 x 24 15/16"

West African Ebony Turning Squares

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39150

$8.35

A 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 5 9/16"

$17.95

D 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 x 10"

$28.85

E 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 14 3/4"

West African Ebony Bundle & Turning Squares

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

A has 3 pieces.

Item Number: W39148

$31.80

A ea. pc. 1 13/16-1 15/16 x 1 13/16-1 15/16 x 3 1/2-6"

$27.20

C 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 6 3/16"

$26.95

D 2 1/8 x 2 1/8 x 6 7/8"

$67.85

G 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 15 7/16"

Chakte-viga Turning Squares

Found in the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico and related to Pernambuco (Guilandina echinata). It is sought after for house posts in Mexico as it is said to be impervious to termites and other insect pests. It is a lovely light to dark orange color, is fairly hard and heavy, and is capable of taking a very high polish. Rare.

Item Number: W39144

$6.00

A 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 4 7/8"

$15.85

B 1 15/16 x 1 15/16 x 12 1/8"

$15.15

C 1 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 13 1/4"

$13.65

E 1 9/16 x 1 9/16 x 16 1/16"

$20.50

F 1 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 17 15/16"

$23.80 $19.04

G 1 15/16 x 1 15/16 x 18 1/4"

West African Ebony Turning Squares

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: W39135

$18.65 $14.92

A 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 7"

$13.20

B 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 8 13/16"

$22.20

D 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 x 12 3/8"