Hickory

Hickory, also called Shagbark Hickory (scientific name: Caryaovata), has a heartwood of light to medium brown color, with a reddish hue. Sapwood is pale yellow-brown. Its texture is medium and grain is straight (sometimes wavy).

Hickory is commonly found in eastern United States . It is non-durable, very prone to insect attack, and perishable due to heartwood decay.

Janka Hardness :

8,360 N (1,880 lbf)

Average Dried Weight :

800 kg/m3 (50 lbs/ft3)

Workability :

It is difficult to work with, and prone to tear-out during machining if cutter is not sharp. Also causes cutting edges to become blunt. It is good with glues and stains, and finishes well. Responds well to steam bending.