Snakewood for knife handle material supplied as micro lumber, allowing
knifemakers to resaw material into knife scales, knife blanks, gun grips, and custom knife components. Browse our selection of Snakewood for your next build.
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 19”x 2.5”x 0.94”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 24” x 4” x 0,86”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 25” x 2,2” x 0,90”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 17,8” x 2” x 0,74”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 18,2” x 2,5” x 0,86”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 24” x 2,2” x 0,86”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 20,6” x 1,6” x 0,74”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 19,4” x 2,3” x 0,78”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 19,4” x 1,5” x 0,50”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 18,8” x 1,8” x 0,78”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 18,5” x 1,49” x 0,78”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 17,7” x 1,3” x 0,78”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 23,8” x 2,5” x 0,78”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 21,2” x 2” x 0,78”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 19,4” x 2,5” x 0,78”
Snakewood Micro Lumber - 19,6” x 2,7” x 0,70”
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Snakewood for Knife Handles
Snakewood is a premium hardwood widely used by knife makers for custom knife handles and knife scales. It’s known for its dramatic figure, rich natural colour, and unmistakable grain pattern, making it a standout knife handle material for both functional blades and collector-grade pieces.
For custom knife makers, Snakewood offers a strong combination of visual impact and workability. It can be shaped into detailed handle designs or bookmatched knife scales that highlight the natural figure across both sides of the handle. This makes it especially popular in high-end custom knife work where appearance is just as important as performance.
Uses of Snakewood for Knife Handles
Snakewood is used by knife makers and custom blade makers for distinctive handles, knife scales, and specialty knife projects, including:
- Custom Knife Handles: Exotic hardwood for handcrafted knives and custom handle designs.
- Knife Scales: Snakewood scales for folding knives, fixed-blade knives, and custom builds.
- Bookmatched Knife Scales: Matched Snakewood scales for symmetrical handle patterns and coordinated designs.
- Hunting and Outdoor Knives: Decorative hardwood handles for custom hunting knives and outdoor blades.
- Chef and Kitchen Knives: Snakewood handles for custom chef’s knives and specialty kitchen knife projects.
- Collector and Display Knives: Figured wood for showcase knives, collectible blades, and presentation pieces.
- Artisan Knife Making: Snakewood lumber and scales for knife makers creating handmade blades and bespoke designs.
- Knife Restoration and Customization: Material for restoring vintage knives, replacing handles, or customizing existing knives.
Benefits of Snakewood for Knife Handles
- Striking Natural Figure: Distinctive patterns that make custom knife handles stand out.
- Premium Handle Material: An exotic hardwood for high-end custom knives and artisan knife making.
- Knife Scales and Bookmatching: Suitable for individual knife scales and matched pairs for symmetrical handle designs.
- Dense Exotic Hardwood: Its high density makes it a distinctive choice for custom knife handle projects.
- Finishing Potential: Can be shaped and polished to highlight its natural grain and rich colour, with care taken during machining.
- For Custom and Collector Knives: Used in handcrafted hunting knives, chef’s knives, display knives, and collectible blades.
- Visual Contrast: Adds character and contrast to handmade knives and custom blade designs.