I found that Woodcraft has a pretty nice selection of exotic wood as well. They have 1/8" thick pieces in cut in various lengths/widths. Not to mention you may have a location near you! Prices are pretty well priced. Below are some pieces I grabbed recently.

Bocote (left) and Zebrawood right):


Wenge (left) and Black Palm (right):


I also got some Purple Heart! All pieces are 6x24x1/8" (4 planks) except for the Wenge 2x16x1/8" (1 plank) all for roughly ~$42.00!

I've only made one set of scales out of wood and I used Pine just as a test. I am in the same boat as you though, I am not sure on the finish/dealer to use for the different types of wood I got.




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