Chacate Preto CHP01 — Knife Scales | Matched Pair | 150 × 55 × 12mm

Chacate Preto (Guibourtia conjugata)

Chacate Preto is a striking African hardwood with a bold, dramatic appearance — deep chocolate-brown to near-black tones with contrasting lighter streaks and an interlocked grain that catches the light beautifully. Dense, hard, and stable, it finishes to an outstanding lustre and is increasingly sought after by knife makers looking for something genuinely distinctive.

Species Details

• Species: Guibourtia conjugata
• Common Name: Chacate Preto / African Blackwood (trade)
• Origin: Southern Africa
• Colour: Deep chocolate-brown to near-black, with contrasting lighter streaking
• Janka Hardness: ~2,820 lbf (12,540 N) — very hard and dense
• Density: ~950–1,050 kg/m³
• Workability: Good with sharp tools; interlocked grain requires care to avoid tearout. Sands and finishes to an exceptional surface. Dust extraction recommended.

This Pair

• SKU: CHP01
• Supplied: Matched pair (cut from the same plank)
• Dimensions (each scale): 150 × 55 × 12mm
• Finish: Sanded, unfinished — ready for shaping
• Photos: Images show the actual pair you will receive

An excellent choice for custom knife handles where a dark, dramatic timber with exceptional hardness and finish quality is called for.