African Blackwood grows in the dry savanna regions of central and southern Africa. Often completely black, with little or no discernible grain. Occasionally slightly lighter, with a dark brown or purplish hue. Use sealer to close the pores when finishing.
- NOTE: This photo is a representative example that has been sanded to give you an idea what the wood looks like; your scales will not look exactly as pictured because every pair of scales we sell is an one of a kind item.
- Often completely black, with little or no discernible grain. Occasionally slightly lighter, with a dark brown or purplish hue.
- African Blackwood has a Janka Hardness rating of 2940 lb(f)
- Sold as a bookmatched pair cut from a single block. Sold as a pair. Each is at least 5" x 1-1/2" x 3/8". Use sealer to bring out the color and close the pores when finishing.
- NOTE: This photo is a representative example that has been sanded to give you an idea what the wood looks like; your scales will not look exactly as pictured because every pair of scales we sell is an one of a kind item.
- Often completely black, with little or no discernible grain. Occasionally slightly lighter, with a dark brown or purplish hue.
- African Blackwood has a Janka Hardness rating of 2940 lb(f)
- Sold as a bookmatched pair cut from a single block. Sold as a pair. Each is at least 5" x 1-1/2" x 3/8". Use sealer to bring out the color and close the pores when finishing.
