Most likely Black Walnut; alternatives include Claro walnut or another walnut burl/crotch slab.
Juglans nigra (likely) · Hardwood; North American temperate species
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; North American temperate species
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southern Ontario.
- Hardness
- 1,010 lbf Janka — Medium
- Durability
- Moderately durable; heartwood has useful decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant to insects and rot.
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Grain Pattern
Highly figured flat-sawn slab with swirling, irregular grain and probable crotch/burl figure; a natural split or void is visible.
Color & Appearance
Warm tan to medium brown with darker chocolate streaks and strong tonal variation; walnut generally lightens or develops golden-brown highlights with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1,010 lbf Janka — Medium
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; heartwood has useful decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant to insects and rot.
Value & Age
Approximately $20–$60+ per board foot for figured, kiln-dried slab stock; exceptional slabs may cost more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be determined from the photograph; the surface appears recently finished or moderately aged, with no reliable patina indicators.
Common Uses
Fine furniture, tabletops, cabinetry, architectural slabs, gunstocks, veneer, turning, and decorative panels.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southern Ontario.
Workability
Generally machines and sands well, though irregular figure can cause tear-out; predrilling is advisable and gluing is usually straightforward.
Finish Recommendations
Use a clear penetrating oil, hardwax oil, lacquer, or satin polyurethane; seal end grain and stabilize or fill the void before final finishing.
Notable Features
Excellent figure, dimensional stability, moderate weight, and attractive natural luster; the dark fissure appears to be a natural defect or filled void.