Indian Rosewood...really need sharp tools for this

[Rob]

First time I've ever turned this exotic and beautiful hardwood.  I've seen it many times on the backs of guitars but just recently acquired a turning blanc.

It was as hard and brittle as nails and was extremely glad of the tormek right by my side :-)  I've included a pic next to some native English "blonde wood" species like oak and horse chestnut....just to show the contrast.  Its like chocolate....I love it

[Ken S]

Nice work, Rob. Thanks for sharing.

Ken