Wood Type: Purpleheart, Walnut, Padauk
Dimensions: 5x2x0.25
Finish: Drum sanded to 220 grit
Bookmatched: Yes
Purpleheart — vivid natural purple heartwood from Central and South America that deepens to a rich brown-purple over time with light exposure. Exceptionally hard and rot-resistant with no stabilization needed. One of the most distinctive colors available in natural hardwood.
American black walnut — rich chocolate-brown with straight open grain that feels solid without being heavy. One of the most practical premium materials: stable, takes finishes beautifully, and dark enough to hide everyday handling.
Padauk — brilliant orange-red African hardwood that patinas naturally to a deep reddish-brown over time. Dense and naturally stable — no stabilization needed. The color is one of the most vivid available in a natural hardwood.
Sized to fit most full-tang knife blanks — glue, pin, and shape.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dimensions of Raw Purpleheart Walnut Paduak Knife Scales – 3 Matched Pairs Handle Wood?
These scales measure 5x2x0.25. Standard scale pairs fit the vast majority of full-tang knife blanks.
How are knife scales attached to a blade?
Drill matching pin holes through the tang and scales, apply two-part epoxy, and pin with stainless or brass rod. Clamp until fully cured (24 hours for most epoxies), then shape, sand, and finish.
What finish works best on exotic wood knife scales?
CA glue (cyanoacrylate) builds a hard, glass-smooth surface that enhances figure. Tru-Oil gives a softer, hand-rubbed result with good depth. Stabilized scales are less porous than raw wood — thinner coats work better than flooding the surface.
Do you offer free shipping?
Free shipping on all US orders of 2 or more pairs. Orders ship within 1 business day from Washington state via USPS.