Snakewood blocks - End grain

Latin name: Marmoroxylon racemosum.

Other names: angelim rajado, bostamarinde.

Origin: Guyana.

Colours: yellow deep, mottled with large irregular patches.

Comments: snake Wood is the material of choice for knife handles and other high-end cutlery. At Mercorne, we offer block from snake Wood for designers and quality-conscious cutlers.

snake Wood, also known as desert Iron Wood or lignum vitae, is a hard, dense, homogeneous wood from the Guaiacum tree. It is naturally resistant to water, warping and wear, making it an ideal choice for knife handles.

At Mercorne, we offer block from snake Wood for quality-conscious designers and knifemakers. Each block is carefully selected for its quality and natural beauty, making it an aesthetically pleasing option for high-end cutlery projects.

As a dense, hard material, snake Wood requires high-quality cutting tools to work it properly. However, the end result is well worth the effort, as snake Wood offers a high-end finish and a unique look to each knife.

Standing Wood: Standing wood, also known as "end wood", refers to a cut perpendicular to the wood grain

At Mercorne, we pride ourselves on offering superior materials for designers and knifemakers, and our snake Wood is an excellent choice for high-end cutlery projects. If you're looking for a durable, aesthetically pleasing and hard-wearing material for your knife handles, snake Wood is an excellent choice. snake Wood Order now from our website for top-quality block.

Natural wood: Wood is a material that is widely used in knife making, DIY and crafts. We offer over 30 species of wood selected for their aesthetic and/or mechanical qualities. Sold in the form of plates, handles or block. Handles are always made from two matched pieces.

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