Most likely Black Walnut; alternatives include Butternut or mature Hackberry
Juglans nigra · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Native to eastern and central North America, especially the Midwest and eastern United States.
- Hardness
- 1,010 lbf Janka — Medium
- Durability
- Moderately Durable; heartwood offers moderate decay resistance, while sapwood is more vulnerable to insects and rot.
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Grain Pattern
Likely mostly straight to mildly interlocked grain; the photographed bark cannot reveal face/end-grain figure or cut orientation.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is typically chocolate brown to purplish brown, often with lighter streaking; sapwood is pale gray-brown and darkens moderately with age. Luster is generally moderate.
Hardness (Janka)
1,010 lbf Janka — Medium
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable; heartwood offers moderate decay resistance, while sapwood is more vulnerable to insects and rot.
Value & Age
About $8–$18 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried lumber; figured or exceptionally wide stock may cost considerably more.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- The tree appears mature, but the age of any wood sample cannot be estimated reliably from bark alone; likely several decades old.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, veneer, gunstocks, turning, and interior architectural work.
Geographic Origin
Native to eastern and central North America, especially the Midwest and eastern United States.
Workability
Generally machines, planes, sands, glues, and finishes well; interlocked grain can cause localized tearout. Pre-drilling is advisable for fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Sand carefully and use oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; clear finishes emphasize the brown color. Seal end grain to reduce uneven absorption.
Notable Features
Heavy, deeply furrowed dark bark and a broad mature trunk are consistent with Black Walnut; the wood has a characteristic mild earthy scent and attractive brown heartwood.