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Clear Stabilized Burl Maple Pen Blank
Clear Stabilized Burl Maple Pen Blank
Clear Stabilized Burl Maple Pen Blank — photo 2
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Clear Stabilized Burl Maple Pen Blank
Product Type: Pen Blank

Wood Type: Maple

Figure: Burl

Dimensions: 8.5x1x1

Finish: Drum sanded to 220 grit

Stabilized: Yes

Stabilization: Infused with Cactus Juice resin under vacuum and heat to improve moisture resistance, reduce movement, and increase durability.

Hard Maple — creamy white with subtle grain that lets the figure do the talking. Stabilized to improve moisture resistance and bring out the depth of any figure. Curly and bird's eye variants produce a chatoyant shimmer that shifts with the light.

$22.99
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Square blank sized for pen turning — ready to mount on a lathe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of Stabilized Maple Burl Pen Blank – Turning Wood (8.5x1x1)?

These scales measure 8.5x1x1. 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.