Natural African Blackwood (Dalbergia melanoxylon) is one of the densest and most premium hardwoods in the world. Deep black, extremely hard, and highly stable, it is ideal for knife handles, fine tools, and luxury artisan projects. A true top-tier material for demanding makers.
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This Natural African Blackwood block (Dalbergia melanoxylon) represents one of the finest and most technically advanced hardwoods available to craftsmen.
Native to East Africa, African Blackwood is renowned for its deep natural black color, exceptional density, and outstanding dimensional stability. Unlike stained or treated woods, its dark tone is intrinsic to the heartwood, offering authentic, through-and-through coloration.
Key Characteristics
Density: approx. 1,200–1,300 kg/m³
Extremely high hardness (Janka ~3,670 lbf)
Very fine, tight grain structure
Excellent stability and durability
Can naturally polish to a smooth, almost glass-like finish
Due to its density, African Blackwood can even sink in water, a rare property that highlights its compact fiber structure.
Workability
Although extremely hard, it machines cleanly with sharp tooling and holds crisp details exceptionally well. It turns beautifully and responds very well to fine sanding and polishing, making it a favorite among precision makers.
African Blackwood is a premium material chosen when durability, elegance, and performance are non-negotiable.
Note: Wood is a natural material and may include small imperfections such as minor cracks, knots, or variations in grain and color. These natural characteristics do not affect the overall stability or usability of the block. Dimensions are approximate, and squaring may not be perfectly precise — some faces can be slightly slanted or irregular.
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