Panga Panga Bowl Blank

Panga Panga (Millettia stuhlmannii) is a striking East African hardwood closely related to Wenge, sharing its bold dark colouring and dramatic linear figuring. Dark chocolate-brown to near-black with fine pale yellowish-white streaks, it produces bowls with a strong, contemporary character that are sure to turn heads. Dense and hard with a straight grain, it turns well with sharp tools and rewards careful finishing with a rich, lustrous result.

Wood Characteristics

• Species: Panga Panga (Millettia stuhlmannii)
• Origin: East Africa
• Colour: Dark chocolate-brown to near-black with fine pale yellowish-white streaks
• Grain: Straight with a coarse, open texture and bold linear figuring
• Hardness: Very hard and dense — excellent durability and a substantial feel
• Working properties: Turns well with sharp tools; the coarse grain benefits from careful sanding — dust precautions recommended. Takes oils and waxes beautifully.

Supplied

• Cut square for easy mounting
• Ends waxed to minimise moisture loss and reduce checking
• Sizes are approximate and shown in inches (length × width × thickness)

Natural wood — colour, grain, and figuring will vary between blanks. Images are representative.