Knife Scales Gun Grips - Poplar
$13.99
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Knife Scales Gun Grips - Poplar
$13.99
Sale price
$13.99
Regular price
$0.00
1 Set of bookmatched Poplar knife handle scales.
The scales in the photos are the ones for sale. You will be sent the scales in the photos.
The knife scales are 1-1/2" x 3/8" x 5". Slight variations in size ( +/- 1/16") are to be expected as these are cut individually.
The scales pictured are sanded and then buffed with the Beall system. No other finish is applied.
Poplar knife scales
The knife scales are 1-1/2" x 3/8" x 5". Slight variations in size ( +/- 1/16") are to be expected as these are cut individually.
The scales pictured are sanded and then buffed with the Beall system. No other finish is applied.
Poplar knife scales
Item Number: 2403.15.1016
"Poplar wood stands as a favored choice for crafting knife scales and pen turning due to its unique blend of workability, aesthetics, and physical properties. This lightweight yet sturdy wood is celebrated for its ease of machining and smooth finish, allowing artisans to shape and refine with minimal effort. The fine grain and subtle color variations within poplar provide a visually appealing canvas that can be further enhanced with dyes and finishes, bringing out a rich depth and elegance in the final product. Its resilience against warping and cracking ensures the durability of the crafted items, making poplar not only a practical but also a visually captivating choice for these intricate woodworking projects."
- Common Name(s): Poplar
- Scientific Name: Populus spp.
- Distribution: Northern Hemisphere
- Tree Size: 65-160 ft (20-50 m) tall, 2-3 ft (.6-1.0 m) trunk diameter
- Average Dried Weight: 28-31 lbs/ft3 (450-500 kg/m3)
- Specific Gravity: 0.42-0.48 (12% MC)
- Janka Hardness: 540 lbf (2,400 N)
- Modulus of Rupture: 10,100 psi (69.7 MPa)
- Elastic Modulus: 1,580,000 psi (10.90 GPa)
- Crushing Strength: 5,540 psi (38.2 MPa)
- Shrinkage: Radial: 4.6%
As always, I select and hand cut each blank from larger stock. You won't get anything I would not want for myself.
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