Cocobolo

Cocobolo, native to Central America, is a dense and highly sought-after hardwood renowned for its striking appearance and natural durability. The heartwood features a vivid mix of colors, including orange, red, yellow, and dark brown, often accented with dramatic black streaks and unique figures. Its high oil content provides natural resistance to decay and insect damage, though it can make gluing more difficult. Cocobolo machines and turns smoothly, yielding a refined surface that polishes to a brilliant shine, although its density may cause tools to dull.