{"product_id":"beech-pen-blank","title":"Beech Pen Blank","description":"\u003cp\u003e1 x 1 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeech Wood Collection – Classic European \u0026amp; American Hardwood Blanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beech Wood Collection showcases the timeless beauty of Beech wood (Fagus spp.), a classic hardwood known for its fine, uniform grain, warm cream-to-light pink tones, and exceptional workability. Long valued in fine woodworking and toolmaking, Beech offers a clean, refined appearance that highlights craftsmanship and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeech is moderately hard and dense, making it excellent for turning, carving, and detailed machining. It cuts smoothly, holds crisp detail, and finishes evenly to a silky, natural luster or high-gloss polish. Subtle ray fleck and gentle grain movement add visual interest without overpowering the design, making Beech a favorite for both modern and traditional projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatile hardwood is ideal for pen blanks, bottle stoppers, handles, small turnings, and heirloom keepsakes. Whether left natural or dyed, stabilized, or paired with epoxy, Beech provides a reliable, elegant foundation for functional and artistic creations alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenus: Fagus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Species:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFagus grandifolia (American Beech)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily: Fagaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: North America and Europe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrade \u0026amp; Common Names\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeech, American Beech, European Beech, White Beech, Red Beech\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ebeech wood collection, Fagus grandifolia, European beech wood, beech pen blanks, hardwood turning blanks, classic woodworking wood, fine grain hardwood, knife handle wood, bottle stopper blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44930477686984,"sku":"Beech 1","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0004\/1399\/0978\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_4de528f7-efd9-49f0-a95d-ad9402ca272e.jpg?v=1769969803","url":"https:\/\/oakbrookwoodturningsupply.com\/products\/beech-pen-blank","provider":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}