Pen Turning Blanks – Timber - American Ash - US

American Ash (Fraxinus americana) is a timber with real personality — bold, open grain, strong figure, and a colour palette that runs from creamy white sapwood through to warm pale brown heartwood with subtle olive or grey undertones. It’s the kind of blank that produces a pen with a distinctly natural, organic feel — honest craftsmanship in a material that’s worked by hand for centuries, from tool handles to baseball bats and fine furniture.

Our American Ash pen blanks are pre-cut and lathe-ready, sourced from North American hardwood suppliers. Whether you’re drawn to its clean, contemporary aesthetic or its satisfying weight and workability on the lathe, Ash is a dependable and rewarding choice for pen makers of any skill level.

• Species: American Ash (Fraxinus americana)
• Origin: United States
• Colour: Creamy white to warm pale brown with subtle olive or grey heartwood tones
• Bold, open grain with strong natural figure
• Pre-cut and lathe-ready — no prep required
• Compatible with slimline, cigar, bolt action, fountain pen kits and more
• Each blank is unique — grain, figure, and colour vary naturally

American Ash is a hard, dense timber that turns well and produces a clean, smooth surface. It responds beautifully to oil, wax, and CA finishes, and takes stains and dyes evenly — making it a versatile blank for pen makers who like to experiment. Strong, characterful, and built to last: a classic hardwood that delivers every time.