{"product_id":"mora-pen-blank-1","title":"Mora Pen Blank X-Cut","description":"\u003cp\u003e.98 x .98 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMora Exotic Hardwood — Ultra-Dense South American Wood for Turning \u0026amp; Tool Handles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMora is a legendary South American hardwood renowned for its extreme density, strength, and exceptional durability. Its rich coloration ranges from deep chocolate-brown to reddish-brown with subtle striping, producing a bold, authoritative look that reflects its reputation as one of the toughest timbers available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally oily and highly wear-resistant, Mora produces finished pieces with a solid, premium weight and smooth polish. It is especially valued for projects requiring longevity and performance, including pen blanks, knife scales, tool handles, mallets, wear surfaces, and heavy-duty turnings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its hardness, Mora can be worked successfully with sharp tools and patience, rewarding skilled makers with crisp detail and a refined finish that deepens over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific Name: Mora excelsa, Mora gonggrijpii\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily: Fabaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Northern South America (Guyana, Suriname, northern Brazil)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon \u0026amp; Trade Names\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMora, Mora Excelsa, Morabukea, Mura\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Clarification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMora is sometimes described as rosewood-like due to its density and color, but it is not a true rosewood and does not belong to the Dalbergia genus. It is a practical alternative offering similar performance without rosewood trade restrictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkability \u0026amp; Characteristics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely dense and wear-resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally oily and stable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTakes a high polish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for high-stress applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Safety Risks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMora wood dust may cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation in some individuals, particularly during sanding or machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended precautions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse dust extraction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear a respirator rated for fine particulates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse eye protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to wood dust\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMora wood, Mora excelsa, Morabukea wood, exotic hardwood pen blanks, ultra dense hardwood, tool handle wood, durable turning blanks, rosewood alternative wood, premium exotic hardwood, heavy duty woodworking wood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44943120629960,"sku":"Mora 3","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0004\/1399\/0978\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_8ff41ee7-afdf-4437-8ef3-cde4c53729da.jpg?v=1771107474","url":"https:\/\/oakbrookwoodturningsupply.com\/products\/mora-pen-blank-1","provider":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}