This mill was made from Exotic East Indian Rosewood. I hand turned this piece recently. This like all my mills will come complete with a Ceramic Grinding Mechanism with a Lifetime Guaantee. Because it is a ceramic grinder it can grind Salt, Pepper, or Spices. This piece is hand finished to a high gloss with many coats of a durable finish. You can adjust this mill fro a Corse grind to Extra Fine.