Chestnut Oak Wood Turning Pen Blanks | Wood Pen Blanks 5 Pack | 3/4" X 3/4" X 5" Small mill sourced - Salvage and sustainable harvested woods Has a light to medium brown color, though there can be a fair amount of variation in color. Has medium-to-large pores and a fairly coarse grain. Easy to glue, and takes stain and finishes very well. Wood and sawdust of Chestnut Oak 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.