Chacate Turning Lumber

Chacate Specs

Scientific Name

Guibourtia conjugata

Common Name(s)

Chacate Preto

Distribution

South Africa

Appearance

The heartwood is dark brown, nearly black, with lighter honey brown longitudinal streaks and sometimes a slightly greenish color. The wood is moderately lustrous.

Texture

Interlocked grain and fine texture.

Common Uses

Turning blanks, billiard cues, flutes, and knife handles

Comments

Considered a precious wood in Africa

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