The hawthorn (Crataegus) is a member of the genus of shrubs or small trees of maloideae (Pyrinae) within the rose family (Rosaceae). Altogether there are 200 to 300 species found in the temperate zones of the northern hemisphere. Europe has about 22 species, three of which are native to Germany. The differences can usually only be distinguished by specialists. It is quite difficult to determine the species because the species freely hybridize with each other.
The wood is very hard and dense, but due to its very small diameter, it is only for smaller carving or turning projects. It has often been used to make handles for forging tools.
Dimensions: approx. 120 x 40 x 30 mm
You will get the shown piece!
The piece is dry and can be processed immediately
The handle block is sanded and coated with a layer of shellac.
This allows you to see exactly the color you will obtain.
Finely grained wood may contain imperfections such as open knots, bark inclusions, or cracks that are typical of the species. These flaws come from the way the tree has grown and are completely natural. They can usually be filled with low-viscosity cyanoacrylate (super glue) and wood dust. Mandatory information according to the EU Product Safety Regulation (GPSR):
Manufacturer / person responsible:
Company FeinesHolz
Ulf Henke
Plauener Str. 163 / K
13053 Berlin
Berlin, Germany
E-Mail:
gpsr(at)feinesholz.de