Completed 8/26/2023, Australian Red Mallee Burl, 7 7/8" x 3", 14.6 oz. Original bowl block had 20% MC, and after roughing, it took a total of 10 months to stabilize. The more detail grooves, the more difficult to maintain spacing that satisfies the subconscious senses, but this one turned out to my satisfaction. 13 grooves here. As usual, these Australian burls can get a bit difficult to get a perfect cut, while eliminating the need for any powered sanding. Only a minimal amount of hand sanding was required.
Janka Hardness: 2,490 lbf (11,060 N)
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