{"product_id":"makore-pen-blanks","title":"Makore Pen Blanks","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMakore Pen Blanks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBring warmth, elegance, and exotic beauty to your next pen turning project with our \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMakore Pen Blanks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Sourced from tropical Africa, Makore is a premium hardwood prized for its rich \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003egolden-brown to reddish-brown color\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, fine texture, and subtle natural shimmer. Its attractive appearance and excellent turning characteristics have made it a favorite among woodworkers and pen makers seeking a sophisticated alternative to traditional mahogany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMakore machines beautifully, sands effortlessly, and polishes to a smooth, lustrous finish that highlights its stunning grain. Whether you’re crafting an heirloom-quality fountain pen, rollerball, or custom gift pen, Makore delivers professional results with timeless appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeautiful golden-brown to reddish-brown coloration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFine, uniform texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with a naturally elegant appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExcellent turning characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for smooth, predictable cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSands and polishes to a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003erich, satin-like luster\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong, stable hardwood ideal for pen turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplements virtually any pen kit plating including \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGold, Chrome, Gun Metal, Black Titanium, and Antique Brass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for both beginner and experienced turners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Turners Love Makore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMakore offers the perfect balance of beauty and workability. The wood’s warm color tones and subtle figure create pens that look refined without being overly flashy. Its stability and ease of finishing make it a reliable choice for pen makers who want consistently excellent results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe finished appearance often resembles fine mahogany but with greater depth, richer color, and a more luxurious presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Makore, African Cherry\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTieghemella heckelii\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e West \u0026amp; Central Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWood Type:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Exotic Hardwood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Golden brown to reddish brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Generally straight with occasional interlocked figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Fine and uniform\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatural Luster:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Medium to high\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Approximately 3\/4” x 3\/4” x 5”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStabilized:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Individual Pen Blank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom Ballpoint Pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRollerball Pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain Pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExecutive Gift Pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectible Writing Instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall Woodturning Projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Handmade Gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurning Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMakore cuts cleanly with sharp tools and responds exceptionally well to sanding and polishing. A CA finish, friction polish, or quality wood finish will enhance the wood’s natural chatoyance and rich color, creating a stunning finished pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEach blank is unique and will vary slightly in color, grain, and figure.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45658378436661,"sku":"DW-PBMAKORE","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/5531\/5509\/files\/Makore-Pen-Blank.jpg?v=1782104179","url":"https:\/\/exoticblanks.com\/products\/makore-pen-blanks","provider":"ExoticBlanks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}