You are bidding on 5 jumbo pen blanks of Honduran Rosewood Burl (Dalbergia stevensonii). The blanks pictured are the ones you receive....set F. These would also make beautiful fishing reel seats Specifics include:

·        All are 1”x 1” , lengths are 6, 5-7/8, 5-3/8, 5-1/4, and 5"

·        All are wax sealed and are dry.

·        All are free of defects

·        All are highly figured with beautiful grain patterns including purple & black swirl & eyes

We combine shipping....save money by buying multiple items for one shipment!

These will ship flat rate envelope in the US for $4.80.

International bidders are welcome. Ships to Canada and Mexico for $9.95, all other countries for $11.95

About this wood:

Buyers of rosewood should note that Honduran Rosewood (Dalbergia stevensonii) should not be confused with other varieties of rosewood. Guatemalan Rosewood (Dalbergia tucerensis), for example, is sometimes referred to as Honduran Rosewood. It may be a nice wood in is own right, but it is not technically speaking Honduran Rosewood.  The heartwood of Honduran Rosewood is described as pinkish brown or purplish with darker and lighter bands. The combination of colors and black streaks gives the wood a very attractive appearance. Honduras rosewood is reported to be restricted to the southern part of Belize, between latitudes 16 and 17 degrees north. It is reported to grow in fairly large areas alongside rivers, but may also be found on inter-riverian and drier regions. Main habitat areas are given as between the Sarstoon and Monkey Rivers. The heartwood is reported to be highly durable, and fairly resistant to attack by termites. The sapwood is reported to deteriorate rapidly in contact with the ground. Blunting effect on cutting edges can be rather rapid and severe. The material is reported to be moderately difficult to saw. The wood has excellent turning qualities. The material is reported to be moderately difficult to work in boring and most woodworking operations because of its hardness. It tends to ride over cutters and dull cutting edges rather rapidly. Honduras rosewood is reported to be denser and tougher than Brazilian rosewood. Its strength properties are rated as less than outstanding, and it is usually used in applications where qualities other than strength are more desired. (from Woodworkers Source)

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