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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 fitFishing rods
Overview
Why choose Lancewood?
Lancewood is a imported specialty hardwood associated with Primarily the Caribbean, though present in Central and South America as well. It is useful when the project calls for fishing rods, pool cues, archery bows, and turned objects
For SEO and customer usefulness, this page separates the science from the buying decision: appearance, working behaviour, durability, project fit, and then the right Kingma shopping path.
Scientific nameOxandra lanceolata (syn.
DistributionPrimarily the Caribbean, though present in Central and South America as well
ShrinkageRadial: 6.2%, Tangential: 9.6%, Volumetric: 15.4%, T/R Ratio: 1.5
DurabilitySince primarily only sapwood is used, the wood is non-durable and susceptible to insect attack, though it has a high resistance to abrasion and wear.
Lancewood colour, grain, and figure
Expect lancewood that is harvested commercially generally consists of sapwood rather than heartwood, which is a pale yellow color. Older trees with heartwood tend to be less desirable than younger trees.
In practical selection, the grain and texture are best treated this way: grain is straight, with a very fine and even texture and a natural luster.
Working notes
In the shop, generally gives good results to most machining operations, though it has a high cutting resistance, so work may be slow. Lancewood also has a moderate blunting effect on cutting edges.
Besides the standard health risks associated with any type of wood dust, no further health reactions have been associated with Lancewood.
Lancewood should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Lancewood
Best projects
Fishing rods, pool cues, archery bows, and turned objects
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?
Lancewood is best considered for fishing rods, pool cues, archery bows, and turned objects. 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?
Use the buying section on this page. If an exact product is not listed, the linked alternatives are included only when they make practical sense for colour, grain, or project use.