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Bloodwood Pen Blank – Vibrant Exotic Hardwood for Turning & Fine Craftsmanship
Bloodwood is a stunning exotic hardwood renowned for its brilliant deep red color and exceptional durability. Native to the tropical regions of South America, Bloodwood showcases a vibrant crimson to dark red heartwood that creates eye-catching projects unlike any other species. Its naturally rich color, fine texture, and impressive density make it a favorite among woodturners, pen makers, and artisans seeking a truly distinctive material.
Known for its strength, stability, and smooth finishing properties, Bloodwood machines and turns beautifully while producing crisp details and a brilliant natural polish. The wood's intense red coloration often deepens with age, creating heirloom-quality pieces that stand out in any collection.
Perfect for custom pens, bottle stoppers, knife handles, duck calls, game calls, jewelry boxes, inlays, and decorative turnings, Bloodwood delivers exceptional beauty and performance for both professional craftsmen and hobbyists.
Botanical Information
Scientific Name: Brosimum rubescens
Family: Moraceae
Origin: South America (Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Venezuela, and Guyana)
Common & Trade Names
Bloodwood
Cardinal Wood
Satine
Muirapiranga
Brazilian Bloodwood
Key Characteristics
Vibrant crimson to deep red heartwood
Fine, uniform texture
Straight to slightly interlocked grain
Extremely dense and durable
Excellent natural luster
Outstanding polishing characteristics
Exceptional dimensional stability
Workability
Bloodwood turns exceptionally well and produces clean details with sharp tools. Due to its density, carbide or freshly sharpened tools are recommended. Sands to an ultra-smooth finish and accepts oils, waxes, and CA finishes beautifully.
Health & Safety Information
Bloodwood dust may cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals. Always use proper dust collection, respiratory protection, and eye protection when machining, sanding, or turning Bloodwood.
Ideal Uses
Pen blanks
Fountain pen blanks
Knife handle scales
Bottle stoppers
Duck and game calls
Woodturning projects
Decorative inlays
Fine woodworking
Luxury gift items
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