Casting Camatillo
Casting Camatillo
Casting Camatillo

Casting Camatillo

Regular price $20.00 Sale

1.46 x 1.46 x 6

Camatillo, also known as Mexican Kingwood, is a rare and highly prized hardwood renowned for its stunning visual character and exceptional density. Native to small regions of Central America, this exotic wood features deep purples, reddish-browns, and contrasting dark streaks, creating a luxurious, high-end aesthetic that stands out in fine woodworking.

 

Camatillo is extremely dense, oily, and naturally durable, making it ideal for premium turning projects, luxury furniture accents, fine musical instruments, custom knife handles, pens, and inlay work. Its rich hues and dramatic grain patterns polish to a glass-like finish, offering unmatched elegance and long-lasting beauty.

 

Due to limited natural distribution and strict harvesting controls, Camatillo is considered scarce and increasingly rare, enhancing its value among wood collectors, artisans, and luthiers. Its combination of stability, hardness, and visual depth makes it one of the most sought-after exotic woods on the market.