Add bold figure and a truly unique look to your next knife handle with these cheesewood burl handle blocks. Sourced from cheesewood (Pittosporum species), this material is known for its tight burl structure, intricate grain movement, and eye-catching natural patterns that stand out in any finished piece.
Cheesewood burl features a dense network of swirling grain, clusters of small “eyes,” and warm tones that range from creamy yellow and light brown to deeper golden hues. The complex figure creates natural depth and texture, giving each handle a distinctive, organic appearance that cannot be replicated.
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What size is the block?
This block measures approximately 1" × 2" × 5" (25 mm × 51 mm × 127 mm), a versatile size ideal for knife handles, tool handles, and other small shaping or turning projects.
What is burl?
Burl forms when a tree undergoes stress or irregular growth, resulting in tightly packed grain that grows in all directions. In cheesewood, this produces especially fine, detailed figure with excellent visual complexity.
Fun facts about cheesewood burl:
Cheesewood gets its name from the distinct smell of freshly cut wood, which some describe as slightly cheese-like — a unique characteristic among hardwoods.
Species in the Pittosporum genus are native to regions such as Africa, Asia, and Oceania, and are often used in traditional carving and decorative woodworking.
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