Most likely Black Walnut; alternatives include Claro Walnut or dark-stained oak.
Juglans nigra (probable) · Hardwood; likely partially weathered/reclaimed stock.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; likely partially weathered/reclaimed stock.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southern Ontario.
- Hardness
- Approximately 1,010 lbf Janka — Medium.
- Durability
- Moderately durable; heartwood has useful resistance to decay, while sapwood is more vulnerable to insects and rot.
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Grain Pattern
Generally straight to slightly irregular, with moderately coarse texture; the image shows a broad pale sapwood band beside dark heartwood, not enough end grain for confirmation.
Color & Appearance
Dark chocolate-brown heartwood with lighter tan sapwood; weathering has produced gray-black surface oxidation. Walnut typically lightens or warms subtly with age and finish.
Hardness (Janka)
Approximately 1,010 lbf Janka — Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; heartwood has useful resistance to decay, while sapwood is more vulnerable to insects and rot.
Value & Age
About $8–$20 per board foot for ordinary dry walnut; figured or premium clear stock may be substantially higher.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- The darkened, abraded surface suggests years of exposure or handling, but it cannot establish the tree’s age; likely reclaimed or weathered stock.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, veneer, flooring, gunstocks, turning, carving, and decorative joinery.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southern Ontario.
Workability
Generally machines, planes, sands, glues, and fastens well; cross-grain areas may tear out, and the dark surface may conceal defects.
Finish Recommendations
Plane or sand to clean wood, then use oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; seal sapwood and test for uneven absorption.
Notable Features
Strong color contrast between heartwood and sapwood, moderate weight, and attractive natural luster; visible surface may include oxidation or old finish.