Bocote

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable. Kiln dried and surfaced.  Nice yellow and black colors.  Wax sealed ends. Each board has a 1/8″ up to a 3/16″ crown.  This is normal for the species. W13858 and W13859: Figured!

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable. Kiln dried and surfaced.  Nice yellow and black colors.  Wax sealed ends. Each board has a 1/8″ up to a 3/16″ crown.  This is normal for the species.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable. Ideal for fingerboards! Kiln dried and surfaced.  Nice yellow and black colors.  Wax sealed ends.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable. Ideal for fingerboards! Kiln dried and surfaced.  Nice yellow and black colors.  Wax sealed ends.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable. Ideal for fingerboards! Kiln dried and surfaced.  Nice yellow and black colors.  Wax sealed ends.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable. Ideal for fingerboards! Kiln dried and surfaced.  Nice yellow and black colors.  Wax sealed ends.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable. Ideal for fingerboards! Kiln dried and surfaced.  Nice yellow and black colors.  Wax sealed ends.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and responsible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have Birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation. Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable. Ideal for fingerboards! Kiln dried and surfaced.  Nice yellow and black colors.  Wax sealed ends.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and resposible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation.

Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable.  Kiln dried and surfaced on two sides.  Mexican Bocote with nice Yellow, black, and brown colors!  A few defects as noted.  Priced according to quality. W12300: Best overall quality and figure!  2″ hairline surface check and  one small knot. W12301: One of the best boards. W12302: One small knot and a 1-1/2″ surface check.  W12303: Lots of nice figure!  There are small incursions in eyes.  A few 1″ surface checks on one half of the board.  9″ surface check in the same area.  Bargain priced.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and resposible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation.

Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable.  Kiln dried and surfaced on two sides.  Mexican Bocote with nice Yellow, black, and brown colors!  A few defects as noted.  Priced according to quality. W12304: There is a 6″ and a 9″ surface check on  one face.  The best face has a 1″ surface check.  Bargain priced. W12305: We are charging for two clean boards.  One board is 22″ long and the other is 20″ long.  This allows for cutting knots out of the center.  Bargain priced! W12306: Best face is clear.  The other face has 4-5 checks / knots.  W12307: 3/16″ crown.  Lots of great figure!  Small 1/4″ bug hole on one edge.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and resposible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation.

Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable.  Kiln dried and surfaced on two sides.  Mexican Bocote with nice Yellow, black, and brown colors!  A few defects as noted.  Priced according to quality. W12308: One small sound knot and a 1/8″ bow.  Great figure on both faces. W12309: Two knots and a 2″ surface check.  Bird’s eye and crotchwood! W12310: No charge for the last 6″ This area is highly figured but has splits.   W12311:  Figured. Quartersawn.  1″ penetrating knot near one end.  W12312: 6″ and a 2″ pith incursion on one face.  1/8″ bow and crown.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and resposible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation.

Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable.  Kiln dried and surfaced on two sides.  Mexican Bocote with nice Yellow, black, and brown colors!  A few defects as noted.  Priced according to quality. W12313: 1/8″ bow and a couple of knots. W12314: Two knots and a 3/16″ bow and crown. W12315: Four blemishes ( 2 knots and two 1-2″ surface checks.) W12316: Three knots. W12317: 1/4″ bow and two rough bug holes on edge.  Planer skip one face. W12318: 1/8″ bow.

Bocote (Cordia eleagnoides) is a small tree that typically produces lumber that is 3-7′ long by 3-6″ wide by 1-2″ thick. It is logged by hand with mules in a selective cutting method in Southern Mexico that is very sustainable and resposible. Bocote is related to Ziricote and possesses some similar characteristics including black lines, density, and overall appearance. This Central American hardwood is more plentiful than Ziricote so the cost is 25-35% less. Occasionally boards will have birdseye figure, beautiful swirling patterns, and/or good variegation.

Yellows fade to a tobacco brown while blacks remain. The wood is exceptional to turn, with a natural silky smooth polish that is easily attainable.  Kiln dried and surfaced on two sides.  Mexican Bocote with nice Yellow, black, and brown colors!  A few defects as noted.  Priced according to quality. W12319 (INSTRUMENT GRADE): Quarter to rift sawn with some figure in quartersawn grain.  1″ end split. w12320: Three penetrating knots and a 4″ surface check near one knot. w12321: Small knot on one face.