In search of pre-damaged Lignum Vitae piece for project

Discussion in 'Wanted' started by the-barber's-son, Sep 11, 2023.

  1. the-barber's-son

    the-barber's-son New Member

    Hello,

    I am a UK-based woodcarver, and for years I have wanted to work with the king of woods; Lignum Vitae. Unfortunately, it is illegal to buy and sell modern Lignum Vitae, as the trees it comes from are endangered, so the only samples on the market are antique. I do not wish to ruin an intact treasure for my silly little whim, but no auction sites I have found sell any damaged pieces. So, I have come here, to see if anyone has/knows of anyone who has any damaged pieces they are willing to sell me which I may turn into a blade handle.

    Thank you for your consideration.
     
    the-barber's-son, Sep 11, 2023
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  2. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    Try to find someone who is restoring a historic ship or a windmill.
    The pulleys on old ships, as well as the main bearing of a (Dutch) windmill were made of lignum vitae.
    To broaden your search, the Dutch word for lignum vitae is "pokhout".
     
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  3. 2manybooks

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  4. Houseful

    Houseful Well-Known Member

    See quite a few battered old lawn bowls in U.K. at car boots etc
     
    Houseful, Sep 11, 2023
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