Curly Maple Pen Blanks

Curly maple is more of a figure than a species. Occurring in all species of Acer (maple), ripples in the grain create a three-dimensional effect that appears as if the grain has “curled” along the length of the board, giving a mesmerizing chatoyancy to the wood. This effect really pops once the wood is finished or dyed. Curly Maple is also referred to as fiddle-back maple for its historical use for the backs and sides of violins.

 Pen blanks measure 3/4" x 3/4 x 5". 

• Common Name: Curly maple, fiddleback maple, tiger maple, flamed maple, rippled maple
• Scientific Name: Acer (All varients)
• Native Area: Temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere
• Has a curled grain. Fine, even texture. Easy to turn.
• Rippled appearance with chatoyancy
• Takes stain well
• Natural cream color.
• Makes an excellent wood for turning projects of all types
• Pen Blank measures approx.: 3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
• Non-Stabilized
• Priced: Per Each