Oh, Osage Orange! Some know it as Bodark, Bois d’ Arc, Hedge
Apple, or even Horse Apple. All the same
tree, folks! And it is an extremely hard
wood. As far as in the United States there is one other wood that is supposedly harder. I think it was called Black Locust. Anyway, the grain patterns in this wood are
really nice. As normal this wood has
some minor cracks which I reinforced with clear glue. Should never cause a problem. This wood gives off a natural rustic appeal
that is hard to pass up. The diameter is
5 ¾” with a height of 2 ¾” and depth at 2”.
The volume measured at 1 ½ cups.
I really thought it would be 2 cups but did not make it. The wood was sealed with food grade walnut
oil and then the finishing was done with a walnut oil/shellac mixture. This gives the bowl a nice hard long lasting
natural finish. BLBA98 26Jun19
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ReplyDeleteHi Les! No, your eyes ain't playing tricks with ya. It does look that way. Just another wonder of wood. I ended up deciding to give this to my nephew for this birthday tomorrow. He ought to be a happy camper. Be good, or be good at it!!!
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