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These blocks are all sold now. Thanks everybody. I think you will really enjoy these. Hope to see some photos.
Extra Hard Redwood Burl - Old Stock Cut in the 40s
In case you didn't notice there are 16 blocks, not 12.
G. Shan already made a knife using this wood. You can see it in the gallery thread.
These blocks were cut from the piece of this burl that I had stashed for myself. I felt it was the very best section of the whole slab. My boss tried telling me that it would be good karma for me if I was willing to share the very best stuff instead of being stingy and hoarding it for myself. I wasn't buying that argument. Next he said that if I was willing to sell this, he would hook me up with some of the old timer burl hunters so I could find and buy more. So as you can see, I gave in.
Just a quick background and description.
We just bought this from a lady who's grandfather cut this back in the 40's. It is a rare type of redwood burl that you don't see very often these days. This wood is almost as hard as Ironwood. The wood is very dense with as many as 20 or 30 growth rings an inch in some areas. The figure is very compact with real good contrast in the eyes and grain patterns. I will let the photos tell you the rest.
Please read this before purchasing any of these pieces.
Extra work is involved using this type of burl. The dramatic results will more than make up for the extra effort required when working with this wood.
There will be some open eyes, small voids and fine hairline checks in these pieces. That is the nature of this type of wood. This occurs because the wood is so dense and hard. Most will be difficult to see in the photos.
To fill these you will want to use either CA glue or epoxy depending on the size and your preferences. If there are any hairline checks that you feel may chip out when you are shaping your handle, you should secure them with CA glue before shaping. After you have shaped your handle you should fill any visible open eyes or checks. Then finish sanding and finish as usual. This will result in a "smooth as glass finish". This wood polishes up beautifully. I am so sure that you will love this wood that it comes with a No Questions Asked, Money Back Guarantee.
Photos show the wood misted lightly with water so you can see the grain, colors and figure instead of having to guess what it will be like when you finish it. It will look even better when you fine sand and apply a finish. For the most vivid colors I recommend using an oil finish.
US shipping by Priority Mail is $5 for 1 or 2 blocks. Canada $10.
If you agree to post photos of a finished knife using this wood or make a purchase of at least $100, I will pay for the shipping within the US.
When you see ones that you want, Post a reply in this thread "I'll take #s...." That way I can mark them sold for you.
These blocks are all priced the same. $35 each or 3 for $100
Payment by paypal requested within 24 hours of purchase.
Extra Hard Redwood Burl - Old Stock Cut in the 40s
In case you didn't notice there are 16 blocks, not 12.
G. Shan already made a knife using this wood. You can see it in the gallery thread.
These blocks were cut from the piece of this burl that I had stashed for myself. I felt it was the very best section of the whole slab. My boss tried telling me that it would be good karma for me if I was willing to share the very best stuff instead of being stingy and hoarding it for myself. I wasn't buying that argument. Next he said that if I was willing to sell this, he would hook me up with some of the old timer burl hunters so I could find and buy more. So as you can see, I gave in.
Just a quick background and description.
We just bought this from a lady who's grandfather cut this back in the 40's. It is a rare type of redwood burl that you don't see very often these days. This wood is almost as hard as Ironwood. The wood is very dense with as many as 20 or 30 growth rings an inch in some areas. The figure is very compact with real good contrast in the eyes and grain patterns. I will let the photos tell you the rest.
Please read this before purchasing any of these pieces.
Extra work is involved using this type of burl. The dramatic results will more than make up for the extra effort required when working with this wood.
There will be some open eyes, small voids and fine hairline checks in these pieces. That is the nature of this type of wood. This occurs because the wood is so dense and hard. Most will be difficult to see in the photos.
To fill these you will want to use either CA glue or epoxy depending on the size and your preferences. If there are any hairline checks that you feel may chip out when you are shaping your handle, you should secure them with CA glue before shaping. After you have shaped your handle you should fill any visible open eyes or checks. Then finish sanding and finish as usual. This will result in a "smooth as glass finish". This wood polishes up beautifully. I am so sure that you will love this wood that it comes with a No Questions Asked, Money Back Guarantee.
Photos show the wood misted lightly with water so you can see the grain, colors and figure instead of having to guess what it will be like when you finish it. It will look even better when you fine sand and apply a finish. For the most vivid colors I recommend using an oil finish.
US shipping by Priority Mail is $5 for 1 or 2 blocks. Canada $10.
If you agree to post photos of a finished knife using this wood or make a purchase of at least $100, I will pay for the shipping within the US.
When you see ones that you want, Post a reply in this thread "I'll take #s...." That way I can mark them sold for you.
These blocks are all priced the same. $35 each or 3 for $100
Payment by paypal requested within 24 hours of purchase.
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