African Mahogany Pen Blanks

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African Mahogany pen blanks come from the heartwood of the tree and range in color from pale pink to deep reddish-brown. The wood can display chatoyancy and darkens as it ages. USA Shipping Only

  • Pen Blank measures approx.: 3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
  • Color:  Pale pink to a reddish brown, sometimes with streaks of reddish brown
  • Makes an excellent wood for turning projects of all types
  • $1.25
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  • Weight
    1.5 oz
  • SKU
    DW-MGY-5

African Mahogany Pen Blanks

Pen blanks made from African Mahogany are sourced from the heartwood of the tree, which displays a range of hues from pale pink to deep reddish brown. Some blanks may even have streaks of medium to dark reddish brown. Over time, the colors tend to darken. Additionally, Mahogany exhibits a unique optical effect referred to as chatoyancy.

The pen blanks measure 3/4" x 5". 

  • Common Name: African mahogany, khaya, acajou d’Afrique
  • Scientific Name: Khaya spp.
  • Native Area: Tropical Africa
  • Hardwood, with a coarse to medium texture and good natural luster. Easy to turn.
  • Grain is typically straight but can also be interlocked, with a high degree of chatoyancy.
  • Color: Pale pink to a deeper reddish brown, sometimes with streaks of medium to dark reddish brown
  • Makes an excellent wood for turning projects of all types
  • Pen Blank measures approx.: 3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
  • Non-Stabilized
  • Priced: Per Each
  • USA Shipping Only
  • Wood Species
    Mahogany
  • Color
    Natural
  • Material
    Exotic Wood
  • Blank Length
    5-6"
  • Blank Width
    3/4"
  • Blank Style
    Solid Wood
  • Blank Shape
    Rectangle
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