Here's a few pics of some rosewoods I have found to sub for BR. The first two pics are of wood that comes from the eastern hemisphere, half way around the globe from Brazil. The second two pics come from Mexico & central America. All have similar weight & working characteristics, even that distinct BR smell. The stuff in the bottom two pics rivals the tone of BR & the top pics surpass, in almost every way. I will admit that it's easier finding the actual brazilian rose than any of this stuff but none of this is illegal & it's much, much cheaper.
I was following the other Brazilian rosewood thread & just wondered if anybody else has actually attempted to substitute BR. The only edge BR has over these woods pictured is prestige that comes with those materials we can't have so easily anymore, like BR, ivory & micarta. Don't get me wrong, I like brazilian rosewood just fine. But to be honest, unless it's a figured &/or colorful piece, the stuff is ugly. I have a small stash of BR for when people ask for it, but from a realistic & practical perspective, i'd prefer to use the alternatives.
I was following the other Brazilian rosewood thread & just wondered if anybody else has actually attempted to substitute BR. The only edge BR has over these woods pictured is prestige that comes with those materials we can't have so easily anymore, like BR, ivory & micarta. Don't get me wrong, I like brazilian rosewood just fine. But to be honest, unless it's a figured &/or colorful piece, the stuff is ugly. I have a small stash of BR for when people ask for it, but from a realistic & practical perspective, i'd prefer to use the alternatives.
