Mesquite is one of the best Desert Hardwood trees that a woodturner can work with. Its an amazingly complicated wood with fantastic figuring.
Mesquite is a very stable wood and can be turned all the way to finished product without having to set aside for additional drying. Its a favorite amongst Arizona woodturners because of its amazing grain patterns and stability.
Pro Tip - You can turn mesquite all the way to finished product and have an excellent chance that it will not warp or crack. This is why its a local favorite!
