{"product_id":"asian-stripe-ebony-knife-scale-4","title":"Asian Stripe Ebony Knife Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003e1 x 1. 5 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsian Striped Ebony – Dramatic Black \u0026amp; Brown Exotic Hardwood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsian Striped Ebony is a highly sought-after exotic hardwood known for its bold contrast of deep black heartwood streaked with rich brown or golden striping. Dense, smooth, and naturally lustrous, this hardwood delivers exceptional visual impact and a refined, high-end finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely hard and durable, Asian Striped Ebony produces a glass-smooth surface when properly sanded and polished, making it ideal for precision-crafted pieces. Its weight and density give finished projects a solid, luxury feel that collectors and customers immediately notice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for pen blanks, knife scales, instrument components, luxury handles, chess pieces, and fine inlay work, this wood is prized for both beauty and performance. Each piece features unique striping patterns, ensuring no two projects are ever identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Name: Asian Striped Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Name: Diospyros spp. (commonly Diospyros celebica or related Asian species)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily: Ebenaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Southeast Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Jet black with brown or golden streaks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrain: Fine, typically straight to slightly interlocked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDensity: Very high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony is very dense and can be brittle. Sharp tooling is essential. Pre-drilling is recommended for hardware installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony dust may cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation and can be sensitizing for some individuals. Always use proper dust collection and personal protective equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsian striped ebony, striped ebony pen blanks, Diospyros wood, exotic ebony turning blanks, black and brown ebony wood, premium pen making wood, dense exotic hardwood, luxury woodworking supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44940016124104,"sku":"Asian stripe 6","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0004\/1399\/0978\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_291d68b8-f9ea-451f-a264-b108fa6ce467.jpg?v=1770851904","url":"https:\/\/oakbrookwoodturningsupply.com\/products\/asian-stripe-ebony-knife-scale-4","provider":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}