





165.4 LM A-Grade Black Maire Timber – 150 × 55/50 mm (Kiln-Dried) Milling Statement: #5-06-00703/1/ Sourced in 2012 from a licensed NZ native forest supplier, these Black Maire boards were originally set aside for our Heritage Hardwood Collection. With our workshop now fully focused on Ancient Swamp Kauri projects, we are releasing this rare material to the market — an excellent opportunity to work with one of New Zealand’s most exceptional hardwoods. Timber Details • Species: Black Maire (Vitex lucens – NZ Native Hardwood) • Grade: A-grade solid quality • Dimensions: 150 × 55/50 mm • Lengths: • 1.44 m × 1 • 1.39 m × 1 • 1.36 m × 1 • 1.22 m × 1 • Total Length: 5.4 linear metres • Drying: Air-dried 10+ years, then kiln-dried (~10–14% MC) • Estimated Weight: ~48 kg About Black Maire • One of New Zealand’s hardest and densest hardwoods (~1,200 kg/m³) • Deep chocolate colour with tightly interlocked grain • Exceptionally durable — historically used by Maori for tools and weapons • Ideal for: • Dining / coffee tables • Heirloom furniture • Knife handles • Shelving • Carving • Wall art & high-end craftwork Pickup & Freight • Pickup: Kumeu, Auckland (within 7 days of auction close) • Nationwide Freight: Fastway/Aramex $50–$150 (packed in 2 bundles) Legal Source Guarantee All NZ native timber in our listings is legally sourced under valid MPI milling statements or licensed supply agreements.
