Birds Eye Maple

Birdseye maple is a phenomenon that occurs within several kinds of maple for unknown reasons. It has a distinctive pattern that resembles tiny, swirling eyes disrupting the smooth lines of grain. Birdseye maple is not a variety or species of maple and is not to be confused with maple burl.

3/4" x 3/4" x 5 1/2"

Characteristics

This wood is great for all types of turnery, works well with sharp tools and adheres well with glue. It must be pre-bored for nails and screws. Birdseye Maple takes stains and polish well. This tough wood has a tendency to burn during end grain cuts.

Birdseye maple has a medium density and variable color. The outer rings of the tree create lumber that's usually a creamy, light amber color with darker birdseye patterns. The inner rings, called heartwood, might be deep amber or reddish with dark brown birdseye. Depending on the frequency of the birdseye swirls, each ⅛" to ⅜" wide (0.3-1 cm), the wood may be extremely valuable. Woodworkers prize the timber because it "turns" well on a lathe, meaning it can be shaped into decorative canes, chair legs, or handles. After it's finished, birdseye maple doesn't scratch easily.

Customer Reviews:

Great blank. It made a beautiful pen.