Likely Black Walnut; alternatives include Claro walnut or another dark walnut species.
Juglans nigra (most likely) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Native to the eastern and central United States and adjoining Ontario; commonly kiln-dried and marketed from the eastern U.S.
- Hardness
- 1,010 lbf Janka — Medium.
- Durability
- Moderately durable; heartwood offers fair decay resistance, while sapwood is more vulnerable to insects and moisture-related deterioration.
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Grain Pattern
Bowl-turned, likely cross-sectional or mildly end-grain-oriented wood with curved growth rings and subtle wavy/interlocked grain; no prominent figured pattern visible.
Color & Appearance
Rich chocolate-brown heartwood with lighter brown streaking and a comparatively narrow pale sapwood rim. Walnut has moderate luster and commonly lightens or mellows toward warm brown with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
1,010 lbf Janka — Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; heartwood offers fair decay resistance, while sapwood is more vulnerable to insects and moisture-related deterioration.
Value & Age
Approximately $10–$25 per board foot for quality domestic walnut; figured or specialty turning stock may cost more.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- The bowl appears recently finished or maintained; visible patina cannot reliably establish tree age or time since manufacture.
Common Uses
Furniture, bowls and other turnings, cabinetry, flooring, veneers, gunstocks, carving, and decorative millwork.
Geographic Origin
Native to the eastern and central United States and adjoining Ontario; commonly kiln-dried and marketed from the eastern U.S.
Workability
Generally machines, turns, sands, glues, and finishes well, though tearout can occur in reversing grain. Its moderate hardness usually presents few tool-dulling issues.
Finish Recommendations
Apply a thin penetrating oil or wiping varnish, followed by satin polyurethane or lacquer for greater protection. Sand uniformly and seal end grain to reduce uneven absorption.
Notable Features
Distinctive dark color, attractive growth-ring contrast, good dimensional stability, and excellent turning qualities; the image shows a natural-edge-style rim.