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Custom Turkish Walnut for Fine Shotguns

Personally selected by Rich Cole and imported from Italy. Each blank is chosen for figure, density, color, and character, then prepared to be hand-carved to your exact specifications.

Selection

Exceptional blanks for exceptional builds.

Cole's Custom Wood Blanks are personally selected by Rich Cole and imported from Italy, ready to be hand-carved to your exact specifications.

Select your platform below to view our current selection of fine Turkish Walnut shotgun wood blanks.

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Selected by eye

Every blank begins with figure, contrast, and character worthy of a fine shotgun.

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Chosen for purpose

Density, layout, and structure matter as much as beauty when selecting stock wood.

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Ready for fitting

Choose the correct platform and begin the process of creating a personalized stock.

Wood Grading

Understand the figure.

Use this guide as a quick visual reference when comparing Turkish walnut blanks. Hover over each grade for a short note on character, contrast, and presentation level.

Grade 2 Turkish walnut wood grain reference

Grade 2

Grade 2

Clean, traditional walnut with modest contrast and understated grain. A refined choice when fit and function are the priority with a classic appearance.

Grade 3 Turkish walnut wood grain reference

Grade 3

Grade 3

More visible color variation and figure than Grade 2, with stronger movement through the stock and forend while remaining tasteful.

Grade 4 Turkish walnut wood grain reference

Grade 4

Grade 4

A noticeable step up in figure, depth, and contrast. Often selected for builds where the wood should clearly stand apart.

Grade 5 Turkish walnut wood grain reference

Grade 5

Grade 5

Highly figured walnut with dramatic color, feathering, and layout. Suited for customers who want a premium presentation-grade stock.

Exhibition Grade Turkish walnut wood grain reference

Exhibition Grade

Exhibition Grade

Exceptional figure, color, contrast, and rarity. These blanks are chosen for the most distinctive custom builds and collector-level presentation.

Wood grading is a visual reference and can vary by blank, layout, and availability. Recommended replacement size for each image: 1200 × 1500 px, 4:5 vertical ratio, WebP or JPG.

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Material Character

Figure, strength, balance, and individuality.

A luxury stock begins with wood that has presence before a tool ever touches it. This layout emphasizes the material first, then guides customers into the correct platform collection.

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