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PENS, PENCILS - Silky Oak (Grevillea Robusta)

Learn about this timber

Silky Oak is native to south eastern coastal Australia, typically growing in riverine, subtropical and dry rainforest environments, but is also found close to the beach. It is actually regarded as a weed in some parts of NSW, and yet the timber is quite expensive to buy. It is prized for furniture in particular due to it's grain structure, which appears a little like rice grains. Due to it's structure it takes a lot of fine sanding to get a very smooth surface finish

These pens are from a tree from my neighbour's backyard had died and had to be felled for safety reasons.

#1 This slim waisted pen has a gently shaped lower half larger at the bottom so it's easier for someone with larger hands or a weaker grip to hold. The natural blemishes in the timber add to its artistic character. The gold hardware and black face on the clip add a little interest as well and bring out the warmth in the timber.

$49.95

#2 This slim waisted pen has an interesting colour variation and grain structure with a classic straight shape and black hardware which constrasts well with the timber.

$49.95

#3 This slim waisted pen has an interesting colour variation, from pale brown to burnt orange, and shows off the grain structure very well. The black hardware is a nice contrast to the timber.

$49.95

#4 This slim waisted pen shows off the grain and texture of Silky Oak very well. The gold hardware blends and enhances the warmth of the timber colour and the smooth curved shape of the lower section assists with balance and comfort.

$49.95

#5 This slim waisted pen has an interesting colour variation, from almost gray-brown to burnt orange. The black hardware contrasts well with the timber and the smooth curved shape of the lower section assists with balance and comfort.

$49.95

#6 This slim waisted pen has an attractive colour variation which really highlights the grain structure of this amazing timber. The chrome hardware contrasts well with the timber and the smooth curved shape of the lower section assists with balance and comfort.

$49.95