Tigerwood

A lesser-known-species, Tigerwood is reported to be one of the most beautiful tropical hardwoods. It has superb stiffness, strength, hardness, and durability. It's combination of superb strength and beauty is why it is most commonly used for either construction or fine furniture.  The tradename “Jobillo” is sometimes used to refer to higher grades of Tigerwood among woodworkers, which is found along the border of Belize and Guatemala and is the grade I use for my lax shafts. 

The color is initially a mix of reddish-brown, orange-brown, or golden brown beige to red, with irregularly spaced dark brown streaks and spots throughout. The wood becomes brown, red, dark reddish brown with nearly black stripes with age, so your lax shaft will age like a fine wine. The grain can be straight, but is usually wavy or interlocked. The wood has a uniform texture with great natural luster (as does Granadillo and Poisonwood), so it will shine on the field on a sunny day.

The bending strength qualities of this species is very high, far superior to those of Mahogany. It is also very hard - harder than hard maple or teak. It is quite resistant to denting. It's exceptional flexibility is why the wood is often used to make archery bows.

The wood is reported to have good weathering properties and is highly resistant to moisture absorption.