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Popular Collection 10 Pack Cocobolo 5/8" x 5/8" x 5" Pen Blanks
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Popular Collection 10 Pack Cocobolo 5/8" x 5/8" x 5" Pen Blanks

Item #: WX01-1
$9.95
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Rating 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

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Cocobolo Pen Blanks 10/Pk
Hard-to-find woodturning blanks. Pack of 10.
Size: 5/8" x 5/8" x 5"L.

Scientific Name:  Dalbergia retusa
      Other Names:  Granadillo, Funera, Nambar, Nicaragua rosewood
      Geographical Origin:  Central America, Mexico
      Density:  62 to 79 lb/ft3
      Specific Gravity:  0.80 to 0.98    

General Characteristics:  a true rosewood whose color varies from yellowish orange, to deep-red, or    reddish brown with prominent  black streaks and some mottling with exposure;  fine texture with grain straight to interlocked; oily texture with low luster; subject to  warpage and checking during the drying process;
      
Workability:  excellent machining properties, such as turning; poor gluing  
      properties due to the presence of natural oils which do, however, facilitate
      good polishing effects;
      Uses:  a very important wood for use in the cutlery trades for knife handles; also
      used in the manufacture of tool handles and musical and scientific instruments,
      due in part to its excellent polishing properties
        
Size: 5/8 x 5/8 x 5
Material Type: Hardwood
Species: Cocobolo
Pre-Drilled: No
Package Count: 10
Group: Popular Collection
Scientific name: Dalbergia cearensis
Category: Pen Blanks
  • Package Weight: 0.91 pounds
  • Subject to Minimum $7.50 shipping charge
  • Packing: This item may pack with other items.

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Average Customer Review: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 6 Reviews

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5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Cocobolo 10 pack 5/8
Reviewer: Randall Guess (Fernandina Beach, FL)
Submitted: 7.13.2010

These are 5" blanks, ready to be cut and drilled. The grain patterns and color are excellent. Finishes well and takes a nice polish. You can't beat Cocobolo for eye poping grain and color.

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Beautiful Woods
Reviewer: Daniel Granger (Stevensville, MI)
Submitted: 12.31.2009

Exactly what I expected. The wood turned into beautiful pens and at a reasonable price.

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 great deal
Reviewer: Joseph A. Alfieri (Lake Harmony, PA)
Submitted: 6.10.2009

This a great deal for a great piece of wood. Cocobolo is a beautiful wood and can never go wrong with the outcome. Note- always wear a mask!!

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Cocobolo Pen Blanks
Reviewer: wilbur wright (Coconut Creek, FL)
Submitted: 4.22.2009

The blanks were excellent quality with nice grain patterns and color.

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Great Looks
Reviewer: Steve Kanaday (Warrior, AL)
Submitted: 3.11.2009

Pens look great after turning.

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