One of a Kind: Lot of 3 Amboyna Burl pen blanks
Craft something truly luxurious with these stunning Amboyna burl pen blanks, prized for their rich colour, intricate grain, and exceptional workability. Amboyna burl is prized for its intricate grain, swirling figure and distinctive character. The blanks you see here are the exact blanks you will get.
What are the dimensions of these pen blanks?
Each blank measures approximately 3/4" × 3/4" × 5" (19 mm x 19 mm x127 mm), a standard size for most pen turning projects.
What is burl?
Burl is an unusual growth on a tree that produces highly irregular grain rather than the straighter grain found in typical lumber. When cut, it can reveal tight swirls, eyes and complex figuring, which makes burl especially popular for decorative woodworking and turned projects such as pens.
Fun facts about Amboyna burl:
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Amboyna burl comes from the narra tree (Pterocarpus indicus), native to Southeast Asia, and is one of the most coveted burls in the world.
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Because of its rarity and vibrant figure, Amboyna is often used in luxury items like guitar tops, knife handles, and custom car interiors.
How should I finish Amboyna burl?
For best results, sand progressively using Abranet or sanding mesh, followed by Micro Mesh. Use a cyanoacrylate glue finish followed by a plastic polish. Friction polishes like Doctor's Wood Shop, Mylands, Aussie Oil or Shellawax products will also give you a durable, high gloss finish.
Oil-only or wax-only finishes are not recommended for Amboyna burl, as they tend to mute colour contrast and do not provide the durability expected for a high-end, everyday-use pen.
Price per lot in Canadian dollars.
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