Wood Species
32 33 35

Walnut

Juglans nigra
Janka Hardness
1,010 lbf
Weight
610 kg/m³
Origin
North America
Stability
Good
Best For
32, 33, 35
Janka hardness1,010 lbf
softhard

Versatile, visually striking tonewood sitting between mahogany and maple in tone. Excellent for bodies, necks and laminates.

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