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Figured Burl Maple Turning Blank Kit
Figured Burl Maple Turning Blank Kit
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Figured Burl Maple Turning Blank Kit
These are all various size off cuts. The largest dimension is probably a 2x2. Very pretty burl but very small. You will get a box containing all of these pieces Maple burl is all about the figure โ€” tight clusters of eyes, sweeping grain swirls, and natural inclusions that make every set one of a kind. Raw maple burl can be soft and prone to movement, so these are stabilized with clear resin under vacuum to harden the wood, lock in moisture resistance, and bring out the depth of the figure without adding any color. Bookmatched from the same blank so the grain mirrors across both scales โ€” the symmetry reads well on a finished handle.

Product Type: Turning Blank

Wood Type: Maple

Figure: Burl

Dimensions: 2x2x2

Finish: Drum sanded to 220 grit

Hard Maple โ€” creamy white with subtle grain that lets the figure do the talking. Stabilized to improve moisture resistance and bring out the depth of any figure. Curly and bird's eye variants produce a chatoyant shimmer that shifts with the light.

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Sized for spindle or bowl turning on a lathe.

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Stabilized Maple Burl Ring Blank โ€“ Wood Handles for Knives (1.5x1.5x0.75)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of Hand-Selected Maple Burl Turning Blank (2x2x2)?

These scales measure 2x2x2. 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 โ€” 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 Washington state via USPS.