Swiss Pear SP03 — 900x160x18mm

Swiss Pear (Pyrus communis)

Swiss Pear is one of Europe's most refined and sought-after fruitwoods — a timber with a quiet, understated beauty that rewards close inspection. The fine, even grain and smooth, almost silky texture give it a quality that is immediately apparent when worked, and the warm pinkish-salmon to pale reddish-brown colour has a gentle warmth that is quite unlike any other European timber.

It is a favourite of instrument makers, carvers, and furniture makers for its exceptional workability and the quality of surface it produces. It turns beautifully, takes fine detail with ease, and finishes to a smooth, lustrous surface that needs little more than a light oil or wax to bring out its natural character.

Species Details

• Species: Pyrus communis
• Common Name: Swiss Pear / European Pear
• Origin: Europe
• Colour: Warm pinkish-salmon to pale reddish-brown, even and consistent
• Janka Hardness: ~7,560 N (1,660 lbf)
• Density: ~700 kg/m³
• Durability: Moderate
• Workability: Excellent — fine, even grain; turns, carves, and finishes superbly.

This Piece

• SKU: SP03
• Dimensions: 900 x 160 x 18mm
• Finish: Planed All Round (PAR)
• Photos: Images show the actual piece you will receive

A beautifully refined timber for any project where quality of surface and workability matter most.