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These shift knobs are hand turned from exotic woods by Robin Casady. The knob attaches to your MINI Cooper or BMW manual transmission shift lever with one of Doug Whalen's stainless steel adapters (included). Adapters are available for both R56 and R53 MINIs, as well as manual shift BMWs.

Amboyna Burl Inlay in Blackwood Shift Knob #47

55mm dia. x 77mm
African Blackwood is the wood used for clarinets and similar musical instruments. It is a hard dense wood with a nice luster to it, and makes excellent shift knobs. The color varies from dark chocolate brown to black. Amboyna burl is said to be the most expensive burl.

$195.00

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A thick disk of Amboyna burl in inset into a recess in the Blackwood knob. This is not veneer. It is much more robust.

This knob was sanded with 1,500 grit silicon carbide paper and buffed to a high polish. Numerous coats of hand-rubbed Polyurethane were applied to seal the wood and protect it. The hand-rubbed method allows the finish to penetrate into the grain without leaving a plastic-looking coating over the surface.

Care: Typically, no special care is needed. Cleaning can usually be accomplished by rubbing with a soft cloth. If more aggressive methods are required, a damp cloth, or furniture cleaner can be used.

If you are buying this as a second knob you can save $50 by letting me know you don't need a second adapter. I'll refund the $50 from your order.

Order an emergency-brake handle at the same time you order a knob and receive a $20 rebate. Any of these amboyna burl in blackwood handles would make a great match with the knob on this page.
# 17	# 19	# 21


The direction the grain pattern faces will vary from car to car, depending on the threads of the individual adaptor used. You will have two options by rotating the adaptor 180 degrees. If a specific orientation is desired, it might be possible to place a shim between the top of the adaptor and the knob. Contact me before the knob is shipped. Satisfaction is guaranteed. If you aren't happy with a knob you receive, contact me within 30 days of shipment to make arrangements to return it for credit, or refund of the purchase price. Shipping cost not refunded. The knob must be in like-new condition. Time and materials will be charged if the knob must be refinished or repaired.

Satisfaction is guaranteed. If you aren't happy with a knob you receive, contact me within 30 days of shipment to make arrangements to return it for credit, or refund of the purchase price. Shipping cost not refunded. The knob must be in like-new condition. Time and materials will be charged if the knob must be refinished or repaired.