Comparative Stock Strengths
As you can see from the following table, the American Black Walnut is undisputably harder and stronger than the European Walnut.
| Strength | Moisture Content | Rupture Strength | Elasticity Strength | Crushing Strength | Shear Strength | Hardness Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Black Walnut | 8% | 16,456 | 1,756,000 | 9,291 | 1,430 | 1,051 |
| European Walnut | 8% | 13,100 | 1,540,000 | 7,320 | 1,320 | 860 |
| American Black Walnut Strength Advantage | 0% | +26% | +14% | +27% | +8% | +22% |
Stock Examples
Above stocks are examples only. Actual stock quality may vary.
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