{"product_id":"amboyna-burl-wood-blanks","title":"Amboyna Burl Wood Blanks","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNatural Amboyna Burl Pen Blanks – 5\" × ¾\" Square\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pterocarpus indicus\u003cbr\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amboyna Burl, Amboina Burl, Narra Burl, Burmese Rosewood Burl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmboyna Burl is native to Southeast Asia, primarily sourced from Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, and parts of Malaysia and Vietnam. It comes from the highly figured burl growths on the trunk and roots of the Narra tree (Pterocarpus indicus), one of the most prized burl woods in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription \u0026amp; Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural Amboyna Burl is famous for its extraordinary beauty and complex swirling grain patterns. The burl produces tight, eye-like clusters, dramatic swirls, and rich figuring with colors ranging from warm golden yellow and orange to deep reddish-brown and burgundy. Each blank is unique, offering exceptional chatoyancy and depth that comes alive under a high-gloss finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese premium 5\" × ¾\" square pen blanks are pre-squared, kiln-dried, and carefully selected for high figure, making them ideal for turning stunning single-barrel or slimline pens that showcase one of the world’s most beautiful burls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTurning Tips for Natural Amboyna Burl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Figure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dense burl eyes and swirling grain create incredible depth and chatoyancy that really pops with clear finishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDensity \u0026amp; Workability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to high density with interlocked grain. Sharp carbide tools are recommended to achieve clean cuts and minimize tear-out in figured areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use light cuts at moderate lathe speeds. Take extra care around highly figured zones to prevent blowouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSanding \u0026amp; Finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sands smoothly and accepts CA glue, friction polish, shellac, and most pen finishes beautifully, producing a deep, lustrous, glass-like shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust \u0026amp; Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces fine dust — always use strong dust extraction and wear a good respirator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for pen turners who want a truly spectacular, one-of-a-kind pen. Natural Amboyna Burl creates heirloom-quality pieces with unmatched visual drama and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to turn something extraordinary?\u003c\/strong\u003e Add these Natural Amboyna Burl pen blanks to your cart today!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stadium Pen Blanks","offers":[{"title":"Pen Blank 5\" x 3\/4\"sq","offer_id":50798310654185,"sku":"AmboynaBurl5","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0351\/5256\/0259\/files\/AmboynaBurlPenBlanks-3.jpg?v=1779833340","url":"https:\/\/stadiumpenblanks.com\/products\/amboyna-burl-wood-blanks","provider":"Stadium Pen Blanks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}