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Billets

In the world of wood, there are different definitions for the word ‘billet’, so here’s ours:

A billet refers to a piece of wood, which has been resawn and dried.  It’s in essence, a small board.  Because our first sort for wood is material, which will make guitars, we aim for guitar specifications.  In general, a billet must be at least 6” in width and a minimum of 19” in length.

We cut billets in mainly two thicknesses: 1.5” or 2”.  We refer to these as ‘full billets’ (2”) or ‘half billets’ (1.5”).  Yes, I know that 1.5 is not actually half of two, but it’s what we call them.

A word about grade… Throughout the descriptions on products, wood grade will frequently be noted. Below is an explanation:

  • 3A refers to light figure.  A 3A piece may have small “dead spots” where the figure is not present at all or is so light that it will only be seen once the piece is finished.
  • 4A refers to nice figure, which covers the entire piece, but lacks iridescence, or "pop".
  • 5A refers to strong figure and “iridescence”, which means white contrasting lines.
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Dimensions: Thickness 1", Width 13.25", Length 23.25".  Quilted maple half billed with 4A grade quilting, small knots, and an interesting line of bird pecks in the center.
Dimensions: Thickness 1", Width 13.25", Length 23.25".  Quilted maple half billed with 4A grade quilting, small knots, and an interesting line of bird pecks in the center.
Quilted Maple Half Billet (HQO230225)
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$120
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Dimensions: Thickness 1.375", Width 9.25", Length 23.25".  Extraordinary quilted maple half billet with strong 5A quilting and two-tone color.  There is face checking present on one side.
Dimensions: Thickness 1.375", Width 9.25", Length 23.25".  Extraordinary quilted maple half billet with strong 5A quilting and two-tone color.  There is face checking present on one side.
Quilted Maple Half Billet (HQO230220)
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$100
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Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230219)
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230219)
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230219)
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$90
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Dimensions: Thickness 1", Width 14.5", Length 22".  Beautiful flame maple half billet with 5A grade flat-sawn curl, interesting color variation and grain.  There are tiny bug holes scattered throughout.  This piece has been treated.
Dimensions: Thickness 1", Width 14.5", Length 22".  Beautiful flame maple half billet with 5A grade flat-sawn curl, interesting color variation and grain.  There are tiny bug holes scattered throughout.  This piece has been treated.
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230218)
Price
$80
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230228)
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230228)
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230228)
Price
$80
Dimensions: Thickness 3", Max width 10.5", Length 19.5".  This really interesting flame maple billet/craft board has 4A-5A flat-sawn curl throughout, bark seam, color variations, and a sweep of live edge.
Dimensions: Thickness 3", Max width 10.5", Length 19.5".  This really interesting flame maple billet/craft board has 4A-5A flat-sawn curl throughout, bark seam, color variations, and a sweep of live edge.
Flame Maple Full Billet (HFT230227)
Price
$100
Dimensions: Thickness 3", Max Width 10.5". Length 27.75".  Flame maple full billet/craft piece with 3A-4A curl around a large bark seam/crotch feather.  This is a really unique piece.
Dimensions: Thickness 3", Max Width 10.5". Length 27.75".  Flame maple full billet/craft piece with 3A-4A curl around a large bark seam/crotch feather.  This is a really unique piece.
Flame Maple Full Billet (HFT230226)
Price
$150
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230224)
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230224)
Flame Maple Half Billet (HFO230224)
Price
$65
Dimensions: Thickness1.25", Max Width 9", Length 23.75".  Beautiful two-toned quilted maple half billet with heavy 5A grade quilting.  There is a slight wain on one side.
Dimensions: Thickness1.25", Max Width 9", Length 23.75".  Beautiful two-toned quilted maple half billet with heavy 5A grade quilting.  There is a slight wain on one side.
Quilted Maple Half Billet (HQO230223)
Price
$150