9.75 LM A-Grade Black Maire Timber – 100 × 50/55 mm (Kiln-Dried)

Milling Statement: #5-06-00703/1/

Originally collected in 2012 for our Heritage Timber Collection, these A-grade timbers have been air-dried for over 10 years and kiln-dried for stability. Rare opportunity to secure premium Black Maire — one of NZ’s hardest native hardwoods.

Timber Details * Species: Black Maire (Vitex lucens – NZ Native Hardwood) * Grade: A-grade quality * Dimensions: 100 × 50/55 mm * Quantity: 7 pieces (approx. 1.1–1.6 m each) * Total Length: 9.75 linear metres * Drying: Air-dried 10+ years, kiln-dried to ~10–14% MC * Estimated Weight: ~60 kg

About Black Maire

Black Maire is one of New Zealand’s densest and strongest hardwoods (~1,200 kg/m³). It features: * Deep chocolate-brown colour * Tight interlocked grain * Exceptional durability and resistance * Outstanding stability for fine woodworking

Historically used by Maori for tools and weapons, today it is prized for high-end woodworking and heirloom pieces.

Ideal For * Dining or coffee tables * Premium furniture builds * Knife handles & tool making * Carving, turning, or shelving * Wall art and interior design projects

Pickup & Freight * Pickup: Kumeu, Auckland (within 7 days of auction close) * Nationwide Freight: $100–$200 (estimate)

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