The wood block had 12% MC, but after roughing, it still lost weight for six months before it was second turned. I took care in preserving the large bark inclusion, which I figured someone would like, and buy it. It was finished last December, and remains unsold at this time. 7 1/2" x 3 3/8", 10.2 oz, sanded to 600gt, Danish oil natural, Beall 3-step buffed.