what wood

[cowboy682]

Hi all
l think this is iroca l think that is how you spell it it is very heavy and hard to cut l have had this piece a few years now and was wondering what to do with it any idea`s

 

[Kalimna]

Hmmm, looks like padauk to me. Is it as red as the photos suggest?
As to what to do with it, what size is it?

Cheers,
Adam

 

[cowboy682]

Adem
it is 4-1/2 wide and 2-1/2 thick and about 4` long l did wipe it down with a damp cloth to get the dust off but it is that color

 

[Kalimna]

Yep, still think it might be padauk, but Im sure someone with more experience will be along to correct me
As to its' use - if you cut off the ends with splits in, how about planking it up and making a box or two? If you have a lathe, it looks (whatever it is) like it would take a good polish.
Probably too small to make any large items with, but maybe enough for a cabinet, say Krenov style?
If you are into musical instruments, there would be plenty for a ukulele/mandolin, and maybe a small bodied guitar?

Just a couple of ideas.

Adam

 

[cowboy682]

l did make a small box with no lid it was one of the 1st things l made when l got my lathe