Elevate your knife-making projects with the timeless beauty of Olivewood (Olea spp.) knife scale blanks. Prized for centuries by master craftsmen, this classic Mediterranean hardwood features stunning golden-brown to light reddish-brown heartwood with dramatic dark grain lines, swirling figure, and occasional burl-like patterns that make each pair truly one-of-a-kind. These bookmatched blanks are cut from the same piece of wood, ensuring perfectly mirrored grain patterns when mounted on each side of your knife.
Specifications
- Wood Name: Olive
- Botanical Name: Olea spp.
- Length: 5 inches
- Width: 1-1/2 inches
- Thickness: 3/8 inches
- Dried: No, Wet
- Moisture Content: 16‑20%
Features
- Stunning golden-brown to light reddish-brown heartwood with dramatic dark grain lines
- Bookmatched pair — perfectly mirrored grain patterns for professional knife scales
- Swirling figure and occasional burl-like patterns make each pair unique
- Exceptionally dense and hard with natural oils for durability
- Classic Mediterranean hardwood prized by knife makers for generations
Workability & Performance
- Excellent for knife scales: Bookmatched for perfect symmetry on both sides
- Sharp tools essential: High density requires sharp edges for clean cuts
- Sands to a silky finish: Fine texture polishes beautifully
- Stabilizing recommended: Wet blanks ideal for stabilization treatment
- Finishing: Takes oils and clear coats exceptionally well
Notes
- Natural variations in grain and figure make each bookmatched pair unique.
- Contains natural oils that may affect some glues — wipe with solvent before gluing.
- Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project.
- Dimensions are approximate and may vary by ±⅛".
- Photo is representative; you will receive a similar blank.