Stabilized box elder burl pen blanks black 4" - product of Canada

Stabilized and Dyed Box Elder Burl Pen Blanks – Approx. 3/4" square x 4" long. Product of Canada.

Craft stunning, high-end projects with our stabilized and dyed Box Elder Burl pen blanks. Measuring approximately 3/4" square by 4" long, these blanks offer unique natural beauty combined with enhanced durability. Ideal for single barrel pens or small project kits.

Two fun facts about Box Elder Burl:

• Box elder burl often has red flame-like streaks caused by stress or insect attack, making every piece one-of-a-kind.

• Despite the name, box elder is actually a type of maple — one of the fastest-growing and softest in North America.

What is stabilization?
Stabilization is a process that impregnates the soft burl wood with resin, making it stronger and less prone to cracking or warping. Burl is a rare, abnormal growth on trees characterized by swirling grain patterns and “eyes,” prized for its exquisite figure and often used in luxury furniture and crafts.

These blanks are easy to drill and turn. For a smooth, high-gloss finish, we recommend sealing with thin cyanoacrylate (CA) glue, followed by sanding with Abranet and Micro Mesh, finishing with a plastic polish.

The pen blank shown in the photo has been sanded to highlight its beautiful figuring. Your blanks will be selected at random, so some color variation and unique patterns are to be expected. This natural variability is due to differences in wood density and resin absorption. Please note that colour variability and minor internal imperfections are normal and not eligible for refund.

Price is per blank in Canadian dollars.