{"product_id":"white-limba-pen-blanks","title":"White Limba Pen Blanks","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhite Limba Pen Blanks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhite Limba Pen Blanks offer a beautiful combination of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elight golden-tan color\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esubtle grain patterns\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and excellent workability, making them a favorite among woodturners seeking elegant, natural-looking projects. Also known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKorina\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, White Limba is prized for its warm appearance, lightweight feel, and smooth finishing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNative to the tropical forests of West Africa, White Limba is a moderately lightweight hardwood that turns easily while still providing good stability and durability. Its color ranges from pale cream and golden tan to light brown, often accented by darker streaks, mineral lines, and worm holes that add unique character to each blank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhether finished naturally to highlight its organic beauty or polished to a high-gloss shine, White Limba creates refined pens and turning projects with timeless appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWarm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003egolden-tan to light brown coloration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive natural grain with occasional darker streaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine to medium texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-turning hardwood with excellent machining properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSands and finishes beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight yet durable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for pens, bottle stoppers, handles, and decorative turnings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNon-Stabilized natural wood blank\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 White Limba, Korina\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\u003eTerminalia superba\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNative Area:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e West Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWood Type:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Hardwood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Usually straight, occasionally interlocked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Fine to medium\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\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Pale cream to golden tan with occasional brown or gray streaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Approx. 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:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Per Each\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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 pen turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle stoppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeam rippers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative spindle turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall woodworking projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight everyday carry pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Turners Love White Limba\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhite Limba is appreciated for its combination of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eeasy workability\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebeautiful natural color\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eclean finishing characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The wood cuts smoothly with sharp tools, sands quickly, and develops a warm, inviting appearance under virtually any finish. Its subtle grain patterns provide visual interest without overpowering a project’s design, making it an excellent choice for both traditional and contemporary pen styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTips for Success\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eUse sharp tools and light cuts for the cleanest surface. White Limba sands easily and responds well to CA finishes, friction polish, oils, and waxes. Progress through finer grits to bring out the wood’s natural warmth and delicate grain detail. Because each blank is unique, occasional darker streaks and mineral lines can create especially striking finished projects. Wormholes are also common.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45658211024949,"sku":"DW-PBLIMBA","price":1.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/5531\/5509\/files\/White-Limba-Pen-Blank.jpg?v=1782099212","url":"https:\/\/exoticblanks.com\/products\/white-limba-pen-blanks","provider":"ExoticBlanks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}