Hawaiian Koa Turning Blank
Acacia Koa
This is a large tree 2-4' diameter, by up to 120' tall from Mexico & Central America. The wood is very dense and fairly fine-grained. Because of its hardness it can be difficult to work but it takes a fine polish. Its dark color leads some to call it Mexican Ebano and very dark pieces can be used as a substitute for true black Ebony, especially in laminations and inlays. Straight-grained wood can be used for musical instrument fingerboards and bridge blanks.
Some wane, some sap, some cracks. Has the pith going through the middle of the piece (see photo) and has some ring shake.
Item Number: W43328
$885.00
10-10 1/2 x 18" diameter x