Black Palm Handle Block, Stabilised

Black Palm Handle Block, Stabilised 

Stunning looking piece of black palm, polished already to show how they will end up looking.

Each block is about 30 x 40 x 120 mm in size, the grains go lengthwise on the blocks for max effect.

As opposed to most hardwoods, the wood closer to the bark is the hardest. The outside wood has the most fibers and the striking black in tan appearance while towards the centre there are fewer and fewer of the black fibers, towards the soft centre. The grains are straight and has no visible growth rings, figuring or defects. These pieces are stabilised and ready to be used. Black palm can be difficult to work, the fibers can tear out and, requiring care when filing edges and corners. These are stabilised so the risk is less but care should be exercised. 

 These are stabilised and polished, looking quite stunning even before working them!