9.75 LM A-Grade Black Maire Timber – 100 × 50/55 mm (Kiln-Dried)

9.75 LM A-Grade Black Maire Timber – 100 × 50/55 mm (Kiln-Dried) Milling Statement: #5-06-00703/1/ Originally collected in 2012 for our Heritage Timber Collection, these A-grade timbers have been air-dried for over 10 years and kiln-dried for stability. Rare opportunity to secure premium Black Maire — one of NZ’s hardest native hardwoods. Timber Details • Species: Black Maire (Vitex lucens – NZ Native Hardwood) • Grade: A-grade quality • Dimensions: 100 × 50/55 mm • Quantity: 7 pieces (approx. 1.1–1.6 m each) • Total Length: 9.75 linear metres • Drying: Air-dried 10+ years, kiln-dried to ~10–14% MC • Estimated Weight: ~60 kg About Black Maire Black Maire is one of New Zealand’s densest and strongest hardwoods (~1,200 kg/m³). It features: • Deep chocolate-brown colour • Tight interlocked grain • Exceptional durability and resistance • Outstanding stability for fine woodworking Historically used by Maori for tools and weapons, today it is prized for high-end woodworking and heirloom pieces. Ideal For • Dining or coffee tables • Premium furniture builds • Knife handles & tool making • Carving, turning, or shelving • Wall art and interior design projects Pickup & Freight • Pickup: Kumeu, Auckland (within 7 days of auction close) • Nationwide Freight: $100–$200 (estimate) ? Legal Source Guarantee All native timbers offered are legally sourced under valid MPI Milling Statements or licensed supply agreements.