I had to remove a large limb from my pecan tree. Which meant I had some fodder for new kitchen spoons.

  • Gnugit
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    3 days ago

    I have a pecan sapling on my property and have some questions please.

    How old is the wood used for these?

    How durable is pecan wood for tools?

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      3 days ago

      Pecan is hard AF. Would make durable tool handles if that’s what youre asking. Will dull the hell out of your blades/chisels when you work it though.

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        3 days ago

        Not only that but for hand carving you want green wood. Like cut the limb, let it sit for two days, then hand carve it.

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        3 days ago

        Thanks! I’m a chef so I appreciate strong and durable kitchen tools. As well as some high quality smoked BBQ.