11.38 LM Solid Rata Timber – 145 × 53 mm (Kiln-Dried)

11.38 LM Solid Rata Timber – 145 × 53 mm (Kiln-Dried) RRP: $100+ per LM Milling Statement: #7-03-01729 A solid, kiln-dried lot of genuine New Zealand Rata — dense, stable, and beautifully coloured. Approx. Weight: 90 kg Timber Details • Species: Rata (Metrosideros robusta – NZ Native Hardwood) • Dimensions: 145 × 53 mm • Lengths (total 11.38 LM): 1.88 m, 2.00 m, 1.84 m, 1.80 m, 1.43 m, 1.28 m, 1.15 m • Condition: Solid and kiln-dried • Finish: Rough-sawn surface, ready for planing or finishing About Rata Timber Rata is one of New Zealand’s hardest and most beautiful native hardwoods. It features deep red tones, fine grain, and outstanding strength — ideal for: • Furniture and joinery • Fine woodworking and carving • Premium craft or restoration projects Provenance & Recovery Story This timber was recovered in 2012–2013 from a dead Rata forest in New Zealand. Our team spent six months living in the bush, hand-extracting each log to preserve a rare part of New Zealand’s natural heritage. Pickup & Freight • Pickup: Kumeu, Auckland (within 7 days of purchase) • Freight Estimate: North Island $100 – $200 South Island $150 – $300