New Scale (handle) Stock

Starting from bottom left
Camphor burl
Banksia pod
Box Elder burl
Cholla cactus
They have been stabilized and any voids were infused with resin during the stabilization process. Should make some interesting scales!
 
This is what I like about the Banksia pod.
These pods are the fruit of the banksia tree in Australia. They vary in size with seed pockets running out from a solid center. They turn well and can be used to make interesting projects. They can be cut into slabs for very stunning effects. These pods can create a lot of dust when turned, so good ventilation and adequate dust protection are essential. Also, the pods can be quite hard, so sharp tools should be used to work with them. Medium size pods are average 7" L x 3" D.

  • Popular for making handles, clock bases, and dried flower vases
  • Pods are hard and solid
  • Seed pod cavities running from the outside toward the center core
  • Woodturners throughout the world value Banksia pods for making ornamental objects
  • A truly renewable resource, since no trees are cut
 
Thanks OP, you really went for the exotic on a couple of those. I had to look up the Banksia Pod and the Cholla cactus! Can't wait to see these in use! You will have to remind us what we are looking at when you show them off!

That Banksia Pod is used for a lot of things. Here is a pic of a net handle made from it. Really has an awesome look to it!!

1530036947033.png Here is a knife with the Banksia Pod as a handle. Dang this stuff is something else! 1530037283705.pngNow you definitely have to show off what you use the Banksia Pod for!!!
 
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