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Cocobolo
| Property | Cocobolo Dalbergia retusa |
|---|---|
| Type | Hardwood |
| Cost | $$$$ · Exotic |
| Hardness | 2960 lbf |
| Workability | Difficult |
| Seasonal movement | Small |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Imported (Central America) |
| Commonly built | Knife handles, Turned pens, Gun grips, Small boxes |
| Overview | An extremely dense, oily rosewood prized for knife handles and turning, with a strong known allergen risk. |