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| Wood Information |
| Narra (Amboyna); (Pterocarpus indicus); Common Names: Narra, Amboyna, Angsana, Nara, Narravitail, New Guinea rosewood, Papua New Guniea rosewood, Rosewood, Sena, Solomons padauk, Yaya sa Distribution: This species is one of about 60 in the Pterocarpus genus, which is reported to consist of small to large trees distributed throughout the tropics. Pterocarpus indicus is reported to be indigenous to Malaysia, but is also found in the Philippines, Borneo, Burma, New Guinea, and the Malay Archipelago. It is also reported to be often planted as an ornamental and a shade tree in several regions, including India, along roadsides, and in gardens because of its flowers and handsome foliage. Tree Data: The tree is reported to reach a height of up to 100 feet (30 m) or more, with a trunk diameter of 24 to 36 inches (60 to 90 cm). It develops boles that are often of rather poor form and high, wide-spreading buttresses. Sapwood Color: The sapwood is whitish or straw-colored, and is clearly demarcated from the heartwood. Heartwood Color: The color of the heartwood ranges from blood red, golden brown, light yellow, reddish brown to a distinct red. It darkens upon exposure. Grain: The grain is typically interlocked, sometimes wavy. The wood is often marked with little twisted curls and knots which give a pronounced fine figure. Flat sawn surfaces are reported to have a flame figure, and quartersawn surfaces usually exhibit a ribbon figure. Strength Properties: The bending strength of air-dried wood of the species is similar to that of Teak, which is considered to be strong. Strength in compression parallel to grain is in the high range. Other species in this range include Teak, White oak, and Hard maple. It is moderately hard and resistant to wearing and marring. It is a heavy wood. The wood is high in density. |
| Pen #61 |
Harding Pens and Woodturnings
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Pen #102 Amboyna wood,
European Style Pen,
24 k gold Plated hardware.
Beautiful swirly burl grain.
European Style Pen,
24 k gold Plated hardware.
Beautiful swirly burl grain.
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