Most likely Black Walnut; alternatives include English Walnut or another dark-barked walnut.
Juglans nigra (probable) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the Midwest and eastern United States.
- Hardness
- 1,010 lbf Janka — Medium
- Durability
- Moderately Durable; heartwood has fair resistance to decay and insects, but exposed cut ends weather readily.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to mildly irregular, with visible annual rings and radial drying checks; appears flat-sawn, without distinctive figured grain.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is warm medium brown with subtle gray-purple cast; sapwood is lighter and narrow. Walnut generally darkens and develops richer patina with age, though this log is weathered and bark-covered.
Hardness (Janka)
1,010 lbf Janka — Medium
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable; heartwood has fair resistance to decay and insects, but exposed cut ends weather readily.
Value & Age
Approximately $8–$20 per board foot for ordinary domestic walnut; figured, wide, kiln-dried boards 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
- Tree age cannot be determined reliably from a photograph; the sample appears freshly cut or recently seasoned, with limited surface patina.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, gunstocks, turned objects, veneer, and decorative slabs.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the Midwest and eastern United States.
Workability
Generally machines, planes, sands, glues, and finishes well; localized grain may tear out, and checking suggests careful drying is needed.
Finish Recommendations
Air- or kiln-dry fully, seal end grain, then use penetrating oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; sanding to a fine grit enhances color.
Notable Features
Dark, deeply furrowed bark and warm brown heartwood are walnut-like; visible radial cracks likely reflect drying stress.