Osage Orange Wood Turning Pen Blanks | Wood Pen Blanks 5 Pack | 3/4" X 3/4" X 5" Common Name(s): Osage Orange, Horse Apple, Hedge Apple, Bois darc Heartwood is golden to bright yellow, Grain is straight, with a fine to medium texture. Turns well, and also takes stains, glues and finishes well. Small mill sourced - Salvage and sustainable harvested woods Wood and sawdust of Osage Orange wood are known to cause irritation of the eyes, nose, skin and lungs, and may stimulate allergies and asthma - precautionary measures are advised... a good dust mask is essential.