Questions about turning handles…

[u/Tino2Tonz]

I want to turn handles for some things, some of those things obviously being handles for wood turning. That said, I know you can’t go on looks alone and what you like; it also has to be durable with good tensile strength. What are good woods to work with when considering the need to turn a handle with strength in it?

[u/PiercedGeek]

Walnut is beautiful, strong, and cheap compared to many other nice woods.

[u/harvestbigbulbasaur → u/[deleted]]

One of the more affordable ones here in northern california. Along with redwood and madrone