Black Walnut: H:2 F:3 W:2

American hardwood, makes beautiful light weight weapons.  However, the wood is too soft for any contact.

Bubinga:  H:4 F:2 W:3

Similar hardness of purpleheart, consistent finish, makes a great eiku and tonfa, does not make a good bo, has a burnt chocolate appearance, rich color and ages well.

Cherry: H:2  F:3  W:2

Commonly known as Black Cherry. Light weight, attractive wood that ages well, does not take contact, however will work for all weapons.

Cocobola: H:5 F:2 W:4

Heavy, expensive, spectacular appearance, will take contact, black and orangish red color.

 

Exotic (Non standard)

Blood Wood:  H:4 F:2 W:5

Heavy wood, makes great weapons except bos, wood has a tendency to warp when turned thin.

Canary:  H:2-3 F:3 W: 2

Yellow wood with red and dark streaks, medium weight, will take some light contact but better for kata, can be used for all weapons.

Moradillo: H:4 F:3 W:3

Makes gorgeous weapons, medium weight, dark satiny smooth finish, Company favorite. Currently unavailable. Conditions can change. Check with us.