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Found this too: Lignum Vitae | The Wood Database - Lumber Identification (Hardwoods)

Also, I found something saying that real lignum has a green tint to it. Sound right?

Are there some tell-tale signs of lignum imposters that we can look for?

Good observation:) I love finding stuff that works well for shaving applications. Since hearing pixel rave about lignum long ago, I've kept my eye out for it. I've made a few sets of one piece scales...

This is just a gorgeous set. I love the ivory cap and that classic chubby.

Thanks for all the praise guys. Lignum is indeed a joy to turn, really to work with in all applications. I love that you can just sand it to a pretty high grit and take it right to the buffer! I did...

It's been a while since I've posted. I'm still making knives, but rarely get time to venture into the shaving arena. Over Christmas, my dad, the guy that taught me how to work with my hands, found a...