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Katalox

Swartzia cubensis
• Also known as |
Royal Mexican Ebony
Katalox Lumber @ Rare Woods USA

Although not a true Diospyros ebony species, Katalox earned its “Royal Mexican Ebony” nickname due to its great density (which actually supersedes all true ebonies, in that regard) and the fact that, as it ages, it turns considerably darker than when its initially cut and dried. It is known to be generally very durable, making the wood ideal for a variety of applications — although it can be very difficult difficult to re-saw (density) and glue, due to its typically high natural oil content. The grains can be straight, irregular or interlocked; it’s texture ranges from fine to medium, with a nice natural luster.

Despite its somewhat uncooperative working characteristics, Katalox’s stability and handsome appearance make the wood a popular choice with guitar luthiers and fine furniture craftsmen, alike. Its heartwood is among the most durable of all the exotics in the world, but the sapwood can be susceptible to bug holes.

This species is not listed in the CITES Appendices or on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, but its supply has been impacted by recent epidemic poaching across Central America (in particular, Mexico).

Why We Love This Wood

We love the purplish tones that come through on this dense, gorgeous species.

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Katalox Lumber @ Rare Woods USA
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Vital Statistics
Main Color GroupDark Brown
Grain Pattern Even
Avg Dry Weight - LB/BF6
Avg Dry Weight - KG/M31150
Janka Hardness - LBF3660
Janka Hardness - N16260
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KATALOX1468
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KATALOX1467
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KATALOX1466
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41.25"
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KATALOX1465
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41.31"
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KATALOX1464_1
Katalox
KATALOX1464
0.94"
x 6.06" x
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KATALOX1463
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$45.98

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KATALOX1462_1
Katalox
KATALOX1462
0.94"
x 5.25" x
36.56"
Small edge defects

$45.22

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Katalox
KATALOX1461
0.94"
x 5.25" x
36.63"
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$41.08

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KATALOX1460_1
Katalox
KATALOX1460
0.94"
x 8" x
43.19"
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$73.10

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Katalox
KATALOX1459
0.94"
x 8.06" x
43.13"
Checks,Small bark inclusions,Slightly skip planed

$72.85

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KATALOX1458_1
Katalox
KATALOX1458
0.94"
x 6.06" x
43.06"
Wormholes,Checks,Small edge defects,Surface defect

$53.97

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KATALOX1457_1
Katalox
KATALOX1457
0.94"
x 6" x
43.06"
Wormholes,Small edge defects

$53.59

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Katalox
KATALOX1456
0.94"
x 4.19" x
42.88"
Small surface defects

$37.39

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Katalox
KATALOX1455
0.94"
x 4.19" x
43"
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$41.37

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Katalox
KATALOX1454
0.94"
x 6.56" x
43.94"
Edge defects,Cracks,Surface defects,knot

$61.54

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