Ipe wood (Lapacho) - Block

Ipe wood (Lapacho) - Wood block for knife handle

Ipe (Ingenhousa edulis), also known as lapacho or ironwood, is a species of exotic wood mainly native to South America.

• Color: Ipe wood has a deep, dark brown or olive green color, sometimes with fine black streaks or striations.
• Appearance and texture: this wood has a very dense, compact structure with distinct fibers. The wood surface is smooth and glossy when properly finished. Ipe wood is often characterized as "ironwood" due to its extreme hardness and durability.
• Weight: Ipe wood is one of the heaviest woods in the world. It has a very high density, which makes it extremely durable and resistant to mechanical damage.
• Durability: Ipe is known for its exceptional strength. It is one of the most durable wooden species, characterized by resistance to weather, insects and decay. It is also scratch and abrasion resistant.
• Stability: Ipe wood has a low rate of shrinkage and expansion, which means it is dimensionally stable, even under changing moisture conditions.

Possibilities of using Ipe wood in knifemaking:

• Knife handles: Ipe wood is a popular choice for knife handles. Its hardness, durability and dimensional stability make it ideal for this purpose. Ipe wood handle will resist moisture and damage, while adding an elegant look to the knife.
• Blade overlays: Ipe can also be used as an overlay on the knife's blade, adding to its unique character and increasing its durability.
• Decorative elements: Due to its aesthetic qualities, Ipe wood can be used to make decorative elements of knives, such as inlays, inlays or cutouts.

Wooden knifemaking blocks

This wooden block is more than just a simple functional item. It is a future work of art that will soon become a part of everyday life and will bring joy of use and enjoy its appearance for many years to come. Each piece of wood is unique and inimitable, and its natural beauty and texture add character and elegance to any product made from it. It is ideal for those who appreciate high quality products and want to have something unique in their collection.

Wooden blocks are specially selected and prepared for use in knifemaking. The process of choosing the right wood is very important because it affects the quality and durability of the final product. The blocks are selected from the best types of wood, which are characterized by high quality and durability, as well as an attractive appearance.

Dimensions approx.: 150x34x50 mm

Notes:

• Wood is a natural product and as such no two pieces are the same, the same wood growing in different locations may differ, even if it is exactly the same species.
• Due to the natural drying process of wood, the sizes listed in the table may vary slightly from the actual sizes.
• This timber species is not listed in the CITES Appendices or on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
• The available wood is air-dry, that is, with a moisture content of approx. 15%