Has anyone turned any of this before? It is labeled "polyag" on the labels on the actual blanks. I purchased one, a rainbow kind of blank (was the only one at the local store), however I found this one online that looks very unique:
www.woodcraft.com
The one I bought feels very hard, so I am not sure how it will turn. I assume extremely sharp tools are a necessity, and I figured I'd try to cut first, rather than use say EWT negative rake or anything like that.
Anyone else turned any of these?

WoodRiver Polyag Pen Blank - 3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
This unique WoodRiver® Polyag Pen Blank is made from approximately 85% natural stone ore that is pigmented and combined with urethane resin formulated for the pen turning industry. It allows for a higher heat tolerances so the blank is less susceptible to fractures or breakage when using...

The one I bought feels very hard, so I am not sure how it will turn. I assume extremely sharp tools are a necessity, and I figured I'd try to cut first, rather than use say EWT negative rake or anything like that.
Anyone else turned any of these?
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