We all have our favorites and Bodark or Osage Orange is one of mine. Not only for its rich mustard color, but for its history is too. American Indians made their bows out of this wood, and the trees served as a natural fencing as they can be quite spikey. 

Ear wires are solid brass and come with silicon backs. 

I use a variety of wood types from my dad and community, so circle back as the wood pieces rotate and change.