Note: Bocote is sometimes called Golden Sandalwood in certain regions, though they are botanically different, both share similar golden hues and premium qualities When I first started working with bocote, I honestly wasn’t prepared for how this Central American wood would challenge my assumptions about what makes great fountain pen material. The raw lumber looked […]
I’ll be honest – when I first started working with Golden Wood (Cudrania), I wasn’t prepared for how much character this Chinese hardwood would bring to our XIAOZHUO pens. Then I saw how it glows in different light. Why Golden Wood (Cudrania) Is Special Here’s what makes this Chinese hardwood unique: Golden Wood isn’t just […]
I’ll admit it – when I first started working with ebony, I was intimidated. This is the wood that’s been making luxury furniture for centuries. Could I do it justice in a fountain pen? Why Ebony Has Been Prized for Centuries Here’s what makes ebony special: Ebony isn’t just another dark wood. For over 4,000 […]
When I first started working with green sandalwood, I honestly wasn’t sure what the fuss was about. Then I held my first finished pen. What Makes Green Sandalwood Special? Here’s what I’ve learned after making hundreds of green sandalwood pens: The Feel – It’s Noticeably Different Green sandalwood has this natural oiliness that most other […]
Every time I cut into a piece of red pterocarpus, I never know exactly what I’m going to get. That’s both the challenge and the magic of working with this wood. Why Red Pterocarpus Stands Out Here’s what makes this wood special: Red pterocarpus has been prized in Chinese furniture making for centuries – there’s […]
