Lyptus. Cheaper than walnut or cherry. Very heavy. Machines well.
Environmentaly kinder since it's grown on farms.

http://www.weyerhaeuser.com/ourbusin...oducts/lyptus/

http://www.specialtyforest.com/produ...ber/lyptus.htm

Looks good finished, too.




"Gordon Menzies" wrote in message news:PsO2d.456629$gE.322467@pd7tw3no...
Hello

I am starting a new project soon. the plans call for Brazilian Rosewood .
the problem is none is available.
so I would like some possible recommendation for a similar type of wood .
the project involves wooden gears.
so stability is important. any suggestion will be greatly appreciated

Gord