{"product_id":"yew-47","title":"Yew","description":"\u003cp\u003e1.75 x 1.75 x 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYew Wood — Rare and Historic Premium Hardwood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYew wood is a highly prized hardwood renowned for its golden-orange to rich reddish-brown heartwood, dramatic grain patterns, and exceptional natural beauty. Valued for centuries in fine woodworking and craftsmanship, Yew combines strength, elasticity, and luxurious appearance, making it one of the most sought-after woods for artisan projects and decorative creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, Yew is especially admired for its contrasting pale sapwood against deep colored heartwood, creating bold visual character in every piece. Its fine texture and smooth grain allow Yew to machine, turn, and polish beautifully, producing stunning finishes ideal for premium woodworking applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for pen blanks, knife handles, turned bowls, live-edge accents, custom inlays, luxury crafts, and heirloom woodworking, Yew wood delivers timeless elegance and exceptional workability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific Name: Taxus baccata (European Yew) \/ Taxus brevifolia (Pacific Yew)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily: Taxaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Europe, North America, and Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon \u0026amp; Trade Names\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYew, English Yew, European Yew, Pacific Yew, Bow Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeartwood: golden-orange to reddish-brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapwood: pale cream to light yellow, highly contrasting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrain: straight, wavy, or irregular with dramatic figure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture: fine and smooth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense, stable, and naturally durable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExceptional natural luster when polished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorkability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYew machines and turns exceptionally well with sharp tools and finishes to a glass-like polish. Its elasticity and strength make it ideal for precision woodworking, detailed carving, and high-end decorative projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSands and polishes beautifully\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccepts oils and finishes exceptionally well\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for turning and carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for luxury artisan woodworking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Safety Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll parts of the Yew tree, except the berry flesh, contain toxic compounds. Wood dust may cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation. Always use proper dust extraction, respirator, gloves, and eye protection when machining or sanding Yew wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYew wood, English Yew wood, Pacific Yew, exotic hardwood blanks, premium pen blanks, knife handle wood, turning wood, luxury hardwood, decorative hardwood, artisan woodworking wood, figured wood, bow wood, heirloom woodcraft\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45115598241992,"sku":"Yew 93","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0004\/1399\/0978\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_4eb5d510-ffb3-497a-a9e4-08ee45323327.jpg?v=1781269691","url":"https:\/\/oakbrookwoodturningsupply.com\/products\/yew-47","provider":"Oakbrook Wood Turning Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}