Description
Hawaiian wood known for beautiful figure and rich colors. Highly prized and increasingly rare. Curly figure is especially desirable.
Properties
Hardness
Durability
Workability
Water Resistance
✓ Pros
• Good workability • Good water resistance
✗ Cons
• Higher cost material
Finishing Notes
Takes beautiful high-gloss finish. Oil finish enhances chatoyance. Tru-Oil very popular. CA finish also excellent. Multiple coats bring out depth.
⚠️ Special Considerations
Verify legal sourcing. Hawaiian protected species. Stabilization highly recommended for knife handles.