Western Tiger Maple

(Acer Macrophyllum)

Other Common Names: Flame Maple, Big Leaf Maple, Figured Maple, Tiger Maple, West Coast Curly Maple, Fiddleback Maple

Note: For upgrade Figure options see Model page. See also Eastern Tiger Maple.

BSR4M-A
Highly Figured Western Tiger
w/ Black Hardware
BSR5EG
Exhibition Grade Western Tiger
BSR5EG
Highly Figured Western Tiger
BSR7EG (MD7)
Exhibition Grade
Western Tiger Maple
OriginPacific Northwest
Avg. Weight (@ 6-8% moisture)3.2 Lbs. per Bd.Ft.
Weight ClassificationMedium Light
Where Used on Smith BassesTops, Cores, Backs, & Heel Caps
Tone Produced on Smith BassesEven Punchy Tone
Grades Available (in stock)Medium Figure thru *Exhibition Grade
Avg. Age of Lumber in Stock12+ Years Acclimated (Kiln & Air Dried)

* Exhibition Grade Quartersawn Tiger Maple Produces Master Grade Fiddleback

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