11.7 LM Solid Puriri Timber Lot – 100 × 50 mm

11.7 LM Solid Puriri Timber Lot – 100 × 50 mm Milling Statement: #5-06-00703/1/ A rare opportunity to secure one of New Zealand’s hardest and rarest native hardwoods — Puriri. Originally collected in 2012 for our heritage timber collection, this material has been air-dried for over 10 years and recently kiln-dried for stability. We are now releasing it to the public after discontinuing our native hardwood project to focus on Swamp Kauri. Timber Details • Grade: Solid quality, mixed A/B grade • Size: 100 × 50 mm • Lengths: • 2.40 m × 3 • 2.37 m × 4 • 2.20 m × 1 • Total: 8 pieces, approx. 11.7 LM • Estimated Weight: ~50 kg • Moisture Content: ~10–14% About Puriri Timber Puriri (Vitex lucens) is among New Zealand’s most durable and beautiful native hardwoods, prized for its exceptional strength, density, and resistance to decay and insects. With a density exceeding 900 kg/m³, it has historically been used for high-end furniture, tool handles, flooring, and boatbuilding. Its rich olive-brown tone, fine grain, and natural durability make it a top choice for collectors, artisans, and restoration projects. Pickup & Freight • Pickup: Kumeu, Auckland (within 7 days of auction close) • Freight Guide: • North Island — $100 – $200 • South Island — $200 – $300 Legal Source Guarantee All native timber offered for sale is legally sourced under valid MPI milling statements or licensed supply agreements.