advancedofwestlake

Figured Pink Ivory Pen Blank - 3/4"

2024-05-16T14:29:58-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 11.99
INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Dry and ready to use, this stunning material has vibrant pink to golden color with figure! It’s a rare treasure that is seldom available! Pink Ivory is very dense but works well with sharp tools, producing a high polish that is smooth and lustrous. Skill level: Beginner.

Figured Pink Ivory Pen Blank - 5/8"

2024-05-16T14:29:01-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 9.99
INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Dry and ready to use, this stunning material has vibrant pink to golden color with figure! It’s a rare treasure that is seldom available! Pink Ivory is very dense but works well with sharp tools, producing a high polish that is smooth and lustrous. Skill level: Beginner.

Pink Ivory Pen Blank - 5/8"

2024-05-16T14:28:08-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 6.99
INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Dry and ready to use, this stunning material has vibrant pink to golden color with some curly grain in select pieces. It’s a rare treasure that is seldom available! Pink Ivory is very dense but works well with sharp tools, producing a high polish that is smooth and lustrous. Skill level: Beginner.

Pink Ivory Pen Blank - 3/4"

2024-05-16T14:27:25-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 8.99
INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Dry and ready to use, this stunning material has vibrant pink to golden color with some curly grain in select pieces. It’s a rare treasure that is seldom available! Pink Ivory is very dense but works well with sharp tools, producing a high polish that is smooth and lustrous. Skill level: Beginner.

Amazique Pen Blank -3/4"

2024-05-08T12:38:31-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 2.99
INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Also known as Ovangkol or Shedua, this beautiful African hardwood has incredible luster, works easily, and finishes well. In fact, Amazique is from the same family as Bubinga and shares many of the same traits. This wood is kiln dried and ready to use. Skill Level: Beginner.

Bocote Pen Blank (10 Pack) - 3/4"

2024-05-08T12:22:12-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 32.99
INCLUDES 10 WOOD BLANKS (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Beautiful Mexican Bocote! Vivid colors ranging from yellow, brown, and black. Easy to use and this naturally oily wood takes a high natural polish. Dry and ready to use. Skill Level: Beginner.

Cocobolo Pen Blank (10 Pack) -3/4

2024-04-25T16:55:13-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 35.99

INCLUDES 10 WOOD BLANKS (many blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Cocobolo, Dalbergia retusa, is one of the most popular woods in the World! This genuine Rosewood has a combination of classic red, orange, yellow, violet, brown and black colors. It is easy to turn and finish with the natural oils that are present in this dense exotic wood. It is dry and ready to use. Size may vary +/- 1/8". Skill level: Beginner.

Maple Burl Pen Blank, with Inclusions - 3/4"

2024-04-19T10:53:58-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 2.99

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Oregon Big Leaf Maple Burl pen blanks that range from dry to freshly cut. They are all fully wax sealed to prevent degrade. They may have up to 1/8" bow from drying. They contain a range of color & burl. Burl coverage ranges from a quarter of the blank to the full blank. Some pieces will also contain figure. Skill level: Intermediate.

Premium Assorted Pen Blank Pack

2024-03-20T08:59:39-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 15.99 - 25.99 (2 variants)

We've selected only the best for this 5 pack! You'll find exotics like Vera, Cocobolo, Bocote & Redheart among others mixed with beautiful domestics like Maple Burl, Redwood Burl, and the like! They are typically 5" x 3/4" x 3/4", plus or minus 1/8". These pen blanks are dry and ready for your projects!

***These blanks are not labeled. If you need them to be, please call us to place your order and we can process a $5 fee for that service. Thank you!

Cerejeira Pen Blank - 3/4"

2024-03-11T09:05:03-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 3.25

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Native to Brazil, Cerejeira wood is often cut into veneer and lumber. It has similar working properties to Mahogany. A sweet smell is present even if the wood is sealed by wax. The grain is typically interlocked, so when cut on the quarter it will show a mottled, ribbon striped figure. Cerejeira is easily dried and machined. Woodworkers will enjoy this unique exotic species. This wood is dry and ready to use. Size may vary +/- 1/8". Skill Level: Beginner.

Spalted Tan Oak -3/4"

2024-01-17T11:39:33-08:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 2.29

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). This Tan Oak wood pen blank has beautiful spalting and amazing color. It has been completely infused with red colored resin to stabilize the spalting and add a pop of beautiful color to your projects. A slightly rounded corner edge or end may be present, along with small voids that have been filled with red colored resin. Most have 1/16" to 3/16" crown. For best results, cut in half before drilling for pen projects. You can create truly one of a kind projects with Crimson red color & unique character of this wood! Skill Level: Intermediate.

Gabon Ebony Pen Blank - 3/4"

2024-01-17T08:33:52-08:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 5.99

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). From equatorial Africa, Ebony is usually found in wet lowlands near rivers and swaps. Devoid of color, Ebony has ink black with lighter streaks. Only a small percentage of Ebony (three to five percent) produce the highest quality jet black color. Some of these pen blanks may have a slight hint of discoloration, but you will not find a darker ebony than this! Ebony is hard and costly to produce, which makes it a rare species to obtain. It is difficult to work, glues satisfactorily, and has a tendency to want to split, but takes a really nice polish that makes it worth the work. Skill level: Intermediate.

Exhibition Desert Ironwood Pen Blank - 3/4”

2024-01-05T15:56:28-08:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 12.99

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). The highest grade Desert Ironwood possible, these clean and defect free blanks incorporate swirling dark cappuccino lines with warm golden colors and red undertones; hues will range in intensity and diversity from blank to blank. Desert Ironwood takes an amazingly high natural polish that is glass-like and unequalled. Turning it requires an intermediate level of skill due to its density and blunting effect on tools. For best results, keep tools sharp and cut slowly. The natural oils in the wood allow it to turn fairly easily and yield a result that is matchless! Skill level: Advanced.

Costa Rican Cocobolo Pen Blank - 3/4"

2024-01-04T09:58:20-08:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 3.59

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Cocobolo, Dalbergia retusa, is one of the most popular woods in the World! This genuine Rosewood has a combination of classic red, orange, yellow, violet, brown & black colors. It is easy to turn and finish with the natural oils that are present in this dense exotic. Dry and ready to use. Skill level: Beginner.

Carob Heartwood Pen Blank - 3/4"

2024-01-03T15:42:48-08:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 3.25

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect).This is a colorful batch of Carob, replete with all of the easy woodworking characteristics you love when turning including a high, smooth polish, easy workability, and easy sanding. The wood was freshly cut in November of 2023 and dries easily. An occasional check or rough corner edge may be present. Perfect for woodturning projects, take advantage of this special offer of sensational Carob wood! Size may vary +/- 1/8". Skill Level: Beginner.

Carob Pen Blank, Contrast - 3/4"

2024-01-03T15:42:17-08:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 2.99

Sassafras Pen Blank - 3/4"

2023-10-20T08:54:51-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 1.75

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). This Sassafras wood pen blank is kiln dried ready to use. The wood is fragrant, open grained, and is easy to work and finish. It has a pleasant aroma and some interesting history. Root beer has traditionally been made from it's root bark! The size of this blank may vary +/- 1/8". Skill Level: Beginner.

Mansonia Pen Blank - 3/4"

2023-10-18T09:08:52-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 1.75

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). This beautiful African Mansonia wood is kiln dried and ready to use. Originating from western Africa, this species is easy to use, glues well, and lends a warm brown hue to turned articles. The size of this blank may vary +/- 1/8". It's rare for woodworkers to be able get this wood in the United States. What a treat! Skill Level: Beginner.

Red Palm Pen Blank - 3/4"

2023-10-13T08:34:58-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 2.99

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Palm is the only family in the monocot order. The wood is basically a bundle of small straws that are fibrous. Asian Black Palm is durable and hard with the black fibers densely packed together and surrounded by lighter colored less dense material. The end grain shows the black bundles crowded together like the end of a steel cable. There are not any growth rings visible in Palm wood. Our Asian Black Palm takes a fine polish and is commonly used for walking sticks, handles, picture frames, boxes and more. Our stock is dried and generally surfaced on two sides or more. Wax sealed ends are common. Unique color patterns, contrasting maroon/brown with rich golden brown. This unique species from Mexico can yield amazing results! It is dry and ready to use. Red Palm, by nature, is soft in areas so using C.A. glue is recommended. Skill level: Intermediate.

Kirandy Pen Blank -3/4"

2023-04-27T14:04:52-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 3.59

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). South American Kirandy, Aspidosperma spp., is a lesser known evergreen species from Paraguay with unique colors and fine woodworking properties. This wood is yellow like Yellowheart but has working properties that are better with more vivid coloration. This blank is kiln dried and may be wax sealed either completely or on the ends only. A minor check, planer skip, or rough corner edge may be present. Size may range +/- 1/16". Try this beautiful wood for your next project!

Ababa Pen Blank -3/4"

2022-07-25T14:07:45-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 1.99
Ababa is an attractive tropical hardwood species with good woodworking properties. It is from central western Africa and is uncommon on the US market! Ababa is an exotic hardwood that cuts, sands, and glues well. It also takes a nice finish. You can work with this kiln dried wood right now!

Claro Walnut Pen Blank - 5/8"

2022-05-06T09:02:40-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 1.59

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Nice colors ranging from chocolaty browns to violet streaks and a reddish brown. May have sapwood contrast on edge. Has some interesting color contrast which adds a unique look to any pen! These blanks can have up to a 1/8" bow, or twist, which easily works away when making a pen. Skill level: Beginner.

Red Gum Pen Blank - 3/4"

2022-05-02T13:21:31-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 1.39
INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Australian Red River Gum has light pink to red colors. This dense wood is dry and ready to turn! Skill Level: Intermediate.

Honey Locust Pen Blank - 3/4"

2022-04-29T13:20:13-07:00

Vendor: advancedofwestlake
Type: Wood
Price: 2.29

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Kiln dried, this beautiful pen blank is ideal for your woodturning. You can easily see by the rich, warm color, how Honey Locust got its name. This hardwood works and glues well, taking a nice finish. This wood works easily! 1/8" size differences are allowed in this blank. A rough corner edge may be present.

Primavera Pen Blank - 3/4"

2022-04-29T10:45:21-07:00

	Vendor: advancedofwestlake Type: Wood Price: 2.59
INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Primavera is a light colored wood with golden yellows. Colors darken and have more red as it ages. This material works well despite generally having interlocked grain. Dry and ready to use!