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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Lancewood is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameOxandra lanceolata (syn.
Janka hardness2,830 lbf
Average dried weight61 lb/ft³
Best fitTurned items
Overview
Why choose Lancewood?
Lancewood is an imported specialty hardwood. Mainly the Caribbean, though it also occurs across Central and South America. Common uses include turned items, archery bows, pool cues and fishing rods.
Scientific nameOxandra lanceolata (syn.
DistributionMainly the Caribbean, though it also occurs across Central and South America
ShrinkageRadial: 6.2%, Tangential: 9.6%, Volumetric: 15.4%, T/R Ratio: 1.5
DurabilityBecause mostly sapwood is used, the lumber is not durable and insects attack it, although it stands up very well to abrasion and wear.
Lancewood colour, grain, and figure
Commercially cut lancewood is usually sapwood, not heartwood, and it is pale yellow. Heartwood from older trees is generally less sought after than wood from younger ones.
The grain runs straight and the texture is extremely fine and even, with a natural sheen.
Working notes
It machines well in most operations, but its high resistance to cutting means progress can be slow. It dulls cutting edges to a moderate degree.
Apart from the usual hazards of breathing any wood dust, Lancewood has no other reported health reactions.
Lancewood should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Lancewood
Best projects
Common uses include turned items, archery bows, pool cues and fishing rods.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Lancewood from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Lancewood FAQ
What is Lancewood best used for?
Common uses include turned items, archery bows, pool cues and fishing rods. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Lancewood beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Lancewood?
The buying section on this page links to any Lancewood Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.