Description
- -Height : 100′-130 ‘
-Diameter : 2’-4 ‘(Max 5-6’)
-Lifespan :
– Growth : - -Weight : 4.25 lbs / bft
-Hardness : 1720 lbs
-Color: Bright red in the green state darkening to red, purple with dark streaks
-Sapwood : Distinct – Whitish, dark on exposure to brownish yellow or greyish
-Grain : Straight to interlock,
-Texture : Medium to coarse, glossy
-Machining :
-Sawmilling : Good (Slowly)
-Blunting :
-Molding : Good
-Planing : Good
-Shaping : Good
-Turning : Good
-Boring : Good
-Mortising : Good
-Sanding : Good
-Polishing :
-Finish: Medium
-Bending : Good
-Nailing : Medium (Slots)
-Gluing : Good
-Stability: Excellent
-Durability: Very good
-Environment:
-Uses : Fine carpentry, fancy shooting, sculptures, flooring, decorative veneers, tool and knife handles, shipbuilding, sleepers
-Precautions : Wearing a mask and long sleeves are recommended
-Budgetary price : Medium
