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Wicked Timber Customs

Snakewood Striker

Snakewood Striker

Regular price $139.99 USD
Regular price Sale price $139.99 USD
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Crafted from genuine Snakewood—one of the rarest and most visually striking hardwoods in the world—this striker is built for those who demand both performance and presence. Native to the dense forests of South America, primarily Suriname, Snakewood is renowned for its extreme density and unmistakable figure, with dark, irregular markings that resemble the skin of a snake.

This isn’t just another piece of wood—it’s a material historically reserved for fine instruments, high-end turning, and precision applications where both durability and tone matter.

🔥 Material Matters

Snakewood is one of the hardest and most dense woods on the planet, giving it a unique ability to:

  • Produce crisp, sharp contact
  • Deliver high-end volume with minimal effort
  • Maintain consistent tone across multiple surfaces

Its tight grain structure allows it to grip the playing surface exceptionally well—creating clean cuts, smooth transitions, and a responsive feel every time you run it across a call.

🛠️ Hand-Turned Precision

Each striker begins as a raw blank—often small and limited due to the rarity of the wood itself. From there, it’s meticulously hand-turned, where every contour is shaped with purpose:

  • Balanced weight distribution
  • Comfortable, controlled grip
  • Tuned profile for optimal sound transfer

No CNC shortcuts. No mass production.
Just raw material, skill, and intention.

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