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African Blackwood

Dalbergia melanoxylon

  • CITESII
  • Price band$400+ knife
  • OriginSub-Saharan Africa
  • Density~1,200 kg/m³
  • Water resistancevery-good
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Deep black to very dark brown-purple; nearly jewel-like surface polish. ~1,200 kg/m³. Exceptional durability, very good water resistance from natural resins. The same species used for orchestral woodwind instruments. Dry grip excellent; can become slippery when wet. Minimal care required.