The tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) originated in China and northern Vietnam. It was planted in Europe and America in the 18th century and later also in Africa and Australia. It is an invasive species and extremely fast growing, which means it does not live to be very old. Few specimens are older than 100 years, but it reaches heights between 60 and 100 feet. It thrives in the Central European climate magnificently which is probably why it has become so widespread. In China, its leaves are the diet of the silkworm.
The wood is not unlike ash and not just in appearance. It is relatively hard and medium-weight, but also somewhat brittle. It has a delicate yellow color that sometimes shimmers in a really lovely way.
Dimensions: approx. 125 x 22 x 22 mm, Pen Blank for large fountain pens and rollerballs
The pictured penblank is an example piece, you will receive a penblank which is similar in grain and color.
The delivered Penblanks are dry and can be processed immediately.
Our PenBlanks are ALL labeled, so they have a sticker with the wood species (in german).
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.
