Exhibition Grade Stabilized Curly Maple Turning Blank (8x1.875x1.875)
- Product Type: Turning Blank
- Wood Type: Maple
- Figure: Curly (straight, parallel stripes of shimmering, chatoyant light and dark bands running across the grain — distinct from the wavy, bubble-like pattern of quilted figure)
- Dimensions: 8x1.875x1.875
- Finish: Drum sanded to 220 grit
- Stabilized: Yes
- Stabilization: Infused with Cactus Juice resin under vacuum and heat to improve moisture resistance, reduce movement, and increase durability.
Hard Maple — creamy white with subtle grain that lets the figure do the talking. Curly and bird's eye variants produce a chatoyant shimmer that shifts with the light.
Best For
Sized for spindle or bowl turning on a lathe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dimensions of Exhibition Grade Stabilized Curly Maple Turning Blank (8x1.875x1.875)?
These scales measure 8x1.875x1.875. Standard scale pairs fit the vast majority of full-tang knife blanks.
How are knife scales attached to a blade?
Drill matching pin holes through the tang and scales, apply two-part epoxy, and pin with stainless or brass rod. Clamp until fully cured (24 hours for most epoxies), then shape, sand, and finish.
What finish works best on exotic wood knife scales?
CA glue (cyanoacrylate) builds a hard, glass-smooth surface that enhances figure. Tru-Oil gives a softer, hand-rubbed result with good depth. Stabilized scales are less porous than raw wood — thinner coats work better than flooding the surface.
Do you offer free shipping?
Free shipping on all US orders of 2 or more pairs. Orders ship within 1 business day from Georgia via USPS.