Golden Wild Jack Wood Blank for Guitar Fingerboard

Wild Jack Fingerboard Blank | Kiln-Dried Luthier Tonewood

Wild Jack (Artocarpus hirsutus) is a strong, stable hardwood offered here as a kiln-dried fingerboard blank for guitar and bass construction. Though less common in modern luthiery, its natural durability, consistent grain, and balanced density make it a reliable option for builders seeking an alternative fingerboard material with both structural integrity and distinctive appearance.

🌳 Product Specifications

• Wood Species: Wild Jack

• Botanical Name: Artocarpus hirsutus

• Blank Size: 21" × 3" × 3/8"

• Moisture Content: ~10% (Kiln Dried)

• Condition: Raw fingerboard blank

🎸 Why Wild Jack Is Suitable for Fingerboards

• High dimensional stability – kiln drying and tight grain help reduce seasonal movement

• Balanced hardness and density – comfortable under the fingers while remaining durable

• Good wear resistance – holds frets securely and withstands long-term playing

• Clear note response – supports articulation, sustain, and consistent tone

• Attractive natural colour – warm golden to honey tones add a unique visual character

🎼 Recommended Applications

• Acoustic guitar fingerboards

• Electric guitar and bass fingerboards

• Custom and boutique instrument builds

• Experimental and alternative tonewood projects
  

Wild Jack offers the strength, stability, and tonal reliability luthiers expect—combined with a fresh, distinctive appearance that sets custom instruments apart.

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