New Guinea Striped Ebony Turning Squares/Pool Cue Blanks

This wood originated from a small, sparsely inhabited island off the east coast of New Guinea. Some of these trees grow to enormous dimensions. One of the first logs we received from here was 3 1/2 feet in diameter, 18 feet long, and weighed 7 tons. It is fine-grained and takes a glassy smooth finish. Most of these pieces have a "marble-cake" look to the end grain that is outstanding.

Item Number: W39175

Amboyna Burl Turning Squares/Pool Cue Blanks

One of the world's most rare and beautiful burls. A light to deep reddish-orange, sometimes with darker lines, and with a lovely, spicy scent, there is hardly an area not highly figured with bird's-eyes. Hard & heavy and capable of taking a fine polish.

Item Number: W39173

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

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

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: W39147

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

$13.65

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

Camphor Burl Turning Squares

This rare burl is from S.E. Asia and is seldom seen on the world market. It is fine-grained and varies in color from a light reddish-brown to almost scarlet. It is easy to work and has a very pungent, spicy scent. For a burl it is remarkably stable. Green to partially air dried.

Item Number: W39123

$15.20

A 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 x 5 7/8"

$16.95

B 2 11/16 x 2 11/16 x 7 1/2"

New Guinea Striped Ebony Turning Squares/Pool Cue Blanks

This wood originated from a small, sparsely inhabited island off the east coast of New Guinea. Some of these trees grow to enormous dimensions. One of the first logs we received from here was 3 1/2 feet in diameter, 18 feet long, and weighed 7 tons. It is fine-grained and takes a glassy smooth finish. Most of these pieces have a "marble-cake" look to the end grain that is outstanding.

Item Number: W39122

$40.00

B 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 20 5/16"

$29.95

D 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 20 3/16"

$30.05

H 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 20 1/4"

Figured Narra Bundle & Turning Squares

Also called New Guinea Rosewood. It is a beautiful, highly lustrous golden yellow color sometimes with reddish streaks. A nice turning wood it is also used in furniture, jewelry boxes, handles, etc. It is easy to work and glue and takes a nice polish.

A has 3 pieces.

Item Number: W39118

$19.00

A ea .pc. 2 x 2 x 6-8 1/8"

$13.25

B 2 x 2 x 10 9/16"

$15.20

C 2 x 2 x 12 1/8"

$17.50

D 2 x 2 x 14"

$21.50

G 2 x 2 x 17 3/16"

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: W39105

$7.75

A 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 5 11/16"

$28.75

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

West African Ebony Turning Squares/Pool Cue 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: W39104

$23.70

B 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 12 1/8"

$26.40

C 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 13 1/2"

$25.15

D 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 16 13/16"

$39.50

F 1 9/16 x 1 9/16 x 18 5/8"

$51.45

G 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 20 13/16"

Camphor Burl Turning Squares Bundles

This rare burl is from S.E. Asia and is seldom seen on the world market. It is fine-grained and varies in color from a light reddish-brown to almost scarlet. It is easy to work and has a very pungent, spicy scent. For a burl it is remarkably stable. Green to partially air dried.

A has 2 pieces.
B has 3 pieces.
C has 3 pieces.
D has 4 pieces.

Item Number: W39092

$34.40

C ea. pc. 2 x 2 x 8 7/16-12 1/8"

$37.30

D ea. pc. 1 3/4-1 7/8 x 1 3/4-1 7/8 x 8 15/16-12 11/16"

American Holly Bundles & Turning Squares

Holly is the whitest wood commercially available. Our stock was cut during the winter and quickly dried in a vacuum kiln to prevent discoloration. The result is very white wood without gray or bluish staining. The wood is fine-grained and is excellent for turnery, inlays, musical instrument edge bandings, etc. The grade is common and better which means that there can be some defects, mainly knots.

A has 2 pieces.
B has 3 pieces.
C has 3 pieces.

Item Number: W39075

$30.00

B ea. pc. 1 3/8-1 1/2 x 1 7/8-2 x 7-9 11/16"

Snakewood Turning Squares

Also called Letterwood and Leopardwood. Color: dark red to reddish brown with irregular black speckles or stripes. Fine textured and highly lustrous. Very hard and heavy, 75-84 lbs/cu ft. Takes a beautiful finish. Very rare and very expensive. Guyana and Surinam.

Item Number: W39059

$17.40

A 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 6 5/8"

$17.25

C 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 6 9/16"

$17.25

D 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 6 9/16"

Snakewood Turning Squares

Also called Letterwood and Leopardwood. Color: dark red to reddish brown with irregular black speckles or stripes. Fine textured and highly lustrous. Very hard and heavy, 75-84 lbs/cu ft. Takes a beautiful finish. Very rare and very expensive. Guyana and Surinam.

Item Number: W39058

$17.25

A 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 6 9/16"

$15.90

E 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 6 5/8"

Camphor Burl Turning Squares

This rare burl is from S.E. Asia and is seldom seen on the world market. It is fine-grained and varies in color from a light reddish-brown to almost scarlet. It is easy to work and has a very pungent, spicy scent. For a burl it is remarkably stable. Green to partially air dried.

Item Number: W39054

$13.35

B 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 10 7/16"

$14.90

C 2 x 2 x 8 15/16"

$16.80

H 1 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 12 1/4"

Camphor Burl Turning Squares

This rare burl is from S.E. Asia and is seldom seen on the world market. It is fine-grained and varies in color from a light reddish-brown to almost scarlet. It is easy to work and has a very pungent, spicy scent. For a burl it is remarkably stable. Green to partially air dried.

Item Number: W39051

$19.20

B 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 x 9 1/8"

$20.90

E 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 x 9 15/16"

$20.10

F 2 11/16 x 2 11/16 x 10"

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: W39040

$28.35

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

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: W39039

West African Ebony Turning Squares 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.

A has 3 pieces.
B & C have 4 pieces.

Item Number: W39031

West African Ebony Turning Squares/Pool Cue 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.

A & B have wane on one corner/end that will turn off. Otherwise, very black and beautiful.

Item Number: W39026

$59.25

C 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 30 5/16"

American Holly Turning Square

Holly is the whitest wood commercially available. Our stock was cut during the winter and quickly dried in a vacuum kiln to prevent discoloration. The result is very white wood without gray or bluish staining. The wood is fine-grained and is excellent for turnery, inlays, musical instrument edge bandings, etc. The grade is common and better which means that there can be some defects, mainly knots.

Item Number: W39022

$6.45

A 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 5"

$7.20

B 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 5 3/16"

$8.65

D 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 6 1/4"

$9.65

E 1 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 6 1/2"

$19.10

G 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 13 13/16"

$20.40

H 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 14 3/4"

Bolivian Purpleheart Turning Sqaures/Pool Cue Blanks

The best colored & figured Purpleheart comes from Bolivia. It is also finer-grained than other Purpleheart species found elsewhere. Air-dried.

Item Number: W39021

Bolivian Purpleheart Turning Sqaures/Pool Cue Blanks

The best colored & figured Purpleheart comes from Bolivia. It is also finer-grained than other Purpleheart species found elsewhere. Air-dried.

Item Number: W39020

$20.00

A 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 x 19 5/16"

Bolivian Purpleheart Turning Sqaures/Pool Cue Blanks

The best colored & figured Purpleheart comes from Bolivia. It is also finer-grained than other Purpleheart species found elsewhere. Air-dried.

Some have figure, some are plain. See photo.

Item Number: W39019

$20.00

E 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 x 19 5/16"

Bolivian Purpleheart Turning Squares/Pool Cue Blanks

The best colored & figured Purpleheart comes from Bolivia. It is also finer-grained than other Purpleheart species found elsewhere. Air-dried.

Some have figure, some are plain. See photo.

Item Number: W39018

$20.00

A 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 19 3/8"

$20.00

B 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 19 5/16"

Castello Boxwood Turning Squares/Model Making Stock

Castello Boxwood, though not a true Buxus species, still has a very fine texture and a lovely light canary yellow color. This is truly a dream wood to mill.It is an excellent turnery wood, capable of very fine detail. Also very popular for making scale timbers and other parts for model ships. Air-dried.

Item Number: W39017

$27.55

E 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 25 1/16"

$27.50

F 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 25"

$29.35

G 1 15/16 x 1 15/16 x 25"

$27.75

H 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 25 1/4"

Castello Boxwood Turning Squares/Model Making Stock

Castello Boxwood, though not a true Buxus species, still has a very fine texture and a lovely light canary yellow color. This is truly a dream wood to mill.It is an excellent turnery wood, capable of very fine detail. Also very popular for making scale timbers and other parts for model ships. Air-dried.

Item Number: W39016

$27.70

B 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 25 3/16"

$27.35

C 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 24 7/8"

$27.55

D 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 x 25 1/16"

Castello Boxwood Turning Squares/Model Making Stock

Castello Boxwood, though not a true Buxus species, still has a very fine texture and a lovely light canary yellow color. This is truly a dream wood to mill.It is an excellent turnery wood, capable of very fine detail. Also very popular for making scale timbers and other parts for model ships. Air-dried.

Item Number: W39015

$24.05

B 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 25 1/8"

Asian Ebony Turning Squares

Originating in S.E. Asia, especially Indonesia, this Ebony is sometimes called Malaysian Blackwood. The heartwood is dark, sometimes with black stripes or streaking and oftentimes with a greenish cast in sharp contrast to the white to straw colored sapwood. We import this in large cants up to 8 x 14" with lengths to 10 feet. The wood is hard and heavy and is capable of a fine, high polish. Excellent for turnery and precious woodworks such as musical instruments, boxes, jewelry, etc.

Item Number: W38998

$22.85

C 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 17 3/16"

Asian Ebony Turning Squares

Originating in S.E. Asia, especially Indonesia, this Ebony is sometimes called Malaysian Blackwood. The heartwood is dark, sometimes with black stripes or streaking and oftentimes with a greenish cast in sharp contrast to the white to straw colored sapwood. We import this in large cants up to 8 x 14" with lengths to 10 feet. The wood is hard and heavy and is capable of a fine, high polish. Excellent for turnery and precious woodworks such as musical instruments, boxes, jewelry, etc.

Item Number: W38997

$32.00

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

Snakewood Turning Squares

Also called Letterwood and Leopardwood. Color: dark red to reddish brown with irregular black speckles or stripes. Fine textured and highly lustrous. Very hard and heavy, 75-84 lbs/cu ft. Takes a beautiful finish. Very rare and very expensive. Guyana and Surinam.

Item Number: W38993

$20.85

A 15/16 x 15/16 x 5 11/16"

$21.75

B 15/16 x 15/16 x 5 15/16"

Camphor Burl Turning Squares

This rare burl is from S.E. Asia and is seldom seen on the world market. It is fine-grained and varies in color from a light reddish-brown to almost scarlet. It is easy to work and has a very pungent, spicy scent. For a burl it is remarkably stable. Green to partially air dried.

Item Number: W38989

$10.00

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

$9.35

B 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 4 7/8"

$15.75

C 2 15/16 x 2 15/16 x 6 9/16"

$15.00

D 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 7 13/16"

$18.00

E 3 x 3 x 7 3/16"

$32.25

F 4 x 4 x 7 1/4"

$36.90

G 3 3/4 x 3 3/4 x 9 7/16"

Zebrawood Turning Squares

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

Item Number: W38980

$25.30

C 2 11/16 x 2 11/16 x 16 13/16"

Snakewood Bundle & Turning Squares

Also called Letterwood and Leopardwood. Color: dark red to reddish brown with irregular black speckles or stripes. Fine textured and highly lustrous. Very hard and heavy, 75-84 lbs/cu ft. Takes a beautiful finish. Very rare and very expensive. Guyana and Surinam.

A has 4 pieces.

Item Number: W38973

$22.00

B 11/16 x 11/16 x 17 9/16"

$52.25

C 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 x 12 15/116"

$59.60

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

Black Chacate Turning Squares/Pool Cue Blanks

Also called Tsotso. Our material is from Mozambique but it is found in other E. African & S. African locales. It is golden brown with darker streaks. Very hard and heavy but machines well with few problems. Excellent for cabinetry and wood turning. Capable of taking a high polish and is stable in service.

Item Number: W38970

$11.00

A 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 10 13/16"

$18.30

D 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 18"

$18.50

E 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 18 3/16"

$

F sold x x

$21.50

G 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 21 1/8"

$

H sold x x

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: W38967

$22.10

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

$41.45

C 2 x 2 x 11 15/16"

$41.45

D 2 x 2 x 11 15/16"

$45.15

E 2 x 2 x 13"

Fishtail Oak Turning Squares

Similar to Brazilian Lacewood but a bit denser with a darker reddish-brown color. Beautiful, lustrous grain with big, silvery medullary rays on the quartersawn face.

Item Number: W38955

Fishtail Oak Bundle & Pieces

Similar to Brazilian Lacewood but a bit denser with a darker reddish-brown color. Beautiful, lustrous grain with big, silvery medullary rays on the quartersawn face.

A has 3 pieces.

Item Number: W38954

$6.85

B 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 10 15/16"

Figured Ceylon Satinwood Turning Squares

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: W38949

Figured Shedua Turning Squares/Pool Cue Blanks

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: W38947

$13.45

C 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 18 1/16"

$15.70

F 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 21 1/16"

$15.70

G 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 21 1/16"

Brazilian Bloodwood Turning Squares

Also called Satine, Cacique, and Cardinalwood. The heartwood is a rich strawberry red, in sharp contrast to the light colored sapwood. Takes a high, lustrous finish. Kiln-dried.

Item Number: W38946

$

A sold x x

$

B sold x x

$7.45

C 1 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 10 7/8"

$

D sold x x

$

F sold x x

$8.10

G 1 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 11 13/16"

$8.25

H 1 13/16 x 1 13/16 x 12"

Camphor Burl Turning Squares

This rare burl is from S.E. Asia and is seldom seen on the world market. It is fine-grained and varies in color from a light reddish-brown to almost scarlet. It is easy to work and has a very pungent, spicy scent. For a burl it is remarkably stable. Green to partially air dried.

Item Number: W38944

$45.05

A 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 6 1/8"

$58.30

B 5 3/4 x 5 3/4 x 7 1/4"

$121.35

C 6 7/8 x 6 7/8 x 10 9/16"

Figured African Blackwood Turning Squares

The heartwood is purplish to brownish-black with dark gray streaks giving an overall impression of being black. Lustrous with an attractive inner chatoyance. Very hard, heavy, close-grained, and virtually free from pores. Its stability and lovely tonal qualities make it an excellent instrument wood.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

A, D, E have some burls and swirls.
B and F have some burl clusters.
C has some swirl and curl.

Item Number: W38926

$23.40

C 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 11 7/8"

Figured African Blackwood Turning Squares

The heartwood is purplish to brownish-black with dark gray streaks giving an overall impression of being black. Lustrous with an attractive inner chatoyance. Very hard, heavy, close-grained, and virtually free from pores. Its stability and lovely tonal qualities make it an excellent instrument wood.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

A has a bird's-eye figure.
B, C, D, E have some burl clusters.
F has some crotch figure.

Item Number: W38925

$21.10

B 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 9"

$19.30

C 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 10 3/4"

$21.45

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

$23.30

E 1 7/16 x 1 7/16 x 10 13/16"

$20.00

F 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 11 1/8"

Figured African Blackwood Turning Squares

The heartwood is purplish to brownish-black with dark gray streaks giving an overall impression of being black. Lustrous with an attractive inner chatoyance. Very hard, heavy, close-grained, and virtually free from pores. Its stability and lovely tonal qualities make it an excellent instrument wood.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

Item Number: W38907

$45.60 $22.80

C 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 14"

Figured African Blackwood Turning Squares

The heartwood is purplish to brownish-black with dark gray streaks giving an overall impression of being black. Lustrous with an attractive inner chatoyance. Very hard, heavy, close-grained, and virtually free from pores. Its stability and lovely tonal qualities make it an excellent instrument wood.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

B is burly and bird's-eye.

Item Number: W38906

$50.00 $25.00

B 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 10 9/16"

$38.60 $19.30

C 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 10 3/4"

$42.85 $21.45

F 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 11 15/16"

$47.70 $23.85

G 1 5/16 x 1 7/16 x 12 1/8"

$47.30 $23.65

H 1 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 12"

Narra Turning Squares

Also called New Guinea Rosewood. It is a beautiful, highly lustrous golden yellow color sometimes with reddish streaks. A nice turning wood it is also used in furniture, jewelry boxes, handles, etc. It is easy to work and glue and takes a nice polish.

Item Number: W38900

$11.00

A 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 15 7/8"

$12.55

B 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 18 1/8"

$13.85

C 1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 20"

$17.65

D 1 15/16 x 1 15/16 x 19 5/16"

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: W38894

$39.60

C 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 20 1/4"

$42.25

D 1 7/16 x 1 1/2 x 22 9/16"

$42.35

E 1 7/16 x 1 1/2 x 22 5/8"

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: W38893

$10.75

C 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 5 1/2"

$16.40

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