$55.99 $69.99
Straight from the production line, this selection of African Blackwood is the same turning stock used in the making of Blue Spruce tools. Having since retired African Blackwood from our permanent line, we’re making our remaining premium turning stock available to you at a great low price. We have a limited supply available—first come, first served!
African Blackwood is an exotic hardwood with almost no discernable grain, but a beautiful, deep black color that buffs to a high shine. Closer examination reveals occasional streaks of brown or purple. African Blackwood, from the dry savanna regions on central and southern Africa, is technically in the Rosewood genus (Dalbergia melanoxylon). It’s considered to be the original ebony, but it is more stable and more resistant to movement and warping than other types of Ebony. It’s also considered to be among the hardest and densest of woods in the world.
Available blanks are shown in pairs to demonstrate variation—each piece is sold individually. The blanks are considered rough lumber and may contain surface checks and tear-out. These are not defects. All sizes are nominal, +/- 1/8”.
Wood is a natural product—color, figure, and grain pattern can vary wildy—no two pieces will be the same.
**Please note that due to current CITES regulations we are unable to ship African Blackwood, Cocobolo and other Rosewoods or dalbergia outside of the USA. Please do not order these options if your final shipping destination is not in the USA. Thank you for your understanding.
