Silver Birch Wood - Block

Silver Birch - block

Silver birch (Betula pendula) wood is a popular choice in knifemaking because of its beneficial properties. Here are some key features of this wood:

• Durability and hardness: silver birch is relatively hard, making it resistant to damage. It is strong enough to withstand daily use in knives.
• Aesthetics: birch wood has a light color with a characteristic fine grain pattern. Its natural shades can vary from cream to slightly yellowish, giving it an attractive appearance.
• Processing: Birch wood is easy to work with. It cuts, sands and polishes well for smooth finishes and precise shapes.
• Stability: When properly dried, birch is stable, reducing the risk of deformation and cracking during use.
• Grip: The surface of birch wood can offer good grip, which is important in the context of knife handles, providing a firm grip.
• Ecology: birch is readily available and renewable, making it an eco-friendly choice for craftsmen.

Thanks to these properties, silver birch is often used in the manufacture of knife handles and other knifemaking accessories.

Dimensions approx.: 30x40x120mm

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 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%