Horn No. 14

[Oregon Horner]

Here's a few pics of my 14th horn.  I had to borrow it back to take some pictures of it (can't believe I let loose of it without getting some photos  )  It is a pretty little horn with a nice twist.









The Latin phrase translates as "The truth shall set you free".  The map is a generalized one of the Willamette Valley here in Oregon and has special significance for the owner.  I'm gradually taking on more and more complex and involved scrimshaw designs on my horns.  Scrimshaw is undoubtably the most difficult part of making a horn.  I keep hoping that maybe after another dozen or so, I might actually get fairly good at it...

Scott

[Dryball]

There's always more to learn about any subject, but looks like your progressing beautifully with scrimshaw. That's a fine horn in it's own right Scott. Maybe someday I can afford to have you make one as fine for me.

Ned

[Oregon Horner]

Thanks Ned.  I don't think I'll ever stop learning, there is always something new to try.
Scott

[Roaring Bull]

Judging by what I have seen, I think you have a darn good handle on what your doing!!

[Thumper]

I have no need for such a work of art in the gear I carry, but just so's you know, it's darn gorgeous! If you're OK now, I can't wait to see what you do when you're GOOD!!

[Oregon Horner]

Thanks for the kindly comments!
Scott

[obxman]

OH,

Very nice looking horn, and after shooting my lil pistol for the first time yesterday I understand why they are necessary!! If you don't mind me asking, what would a horn like the one above cost me??

Thanks

Frank

[bull frog]

You do truly have the gift.  Many strive with out success for what seems to come natural for some.  My son is like that, only he does his work in silver.  Took one single beginners class at the colledge and was hired as an apprentice to a Jeweler/silversmith.

[Leathermonger]

Good lookn horn Scott, i like the body color, are you using rit berries in the tan flavor for that?

[Oregon Horner]

Yes, I use RIT brand fabric dye for the coloration.  I do it in two stages.  I dye the throat first using dark brown dye.  After scrimshaw, I dyed it with RIT tan.  Buff with beeswax and its done...
Scott

[Leathermonger]

Thanks for sharing Scott, gonna give it a try, ever use hair dye for the throat?Works very well, especially the gel type, easy to control and brush on, a wide variety of clors, put it on, let sit 24 hours and rinse off

[Oregon Horner]

Haven't tried that yet.  I have some grecian formula around somewhere that my kids got me as a joke.  May give that a try.  I've read of a lot of different methods out there for staining horns, from nitric acid to walnuts.  I basically use the Sibley way. 

Scott

[Ranger]

Beautiful horn Scott 

[Roaddog]

Do you just brush it on till ya get the shade you want, and do you mix different colors? 

[Oregon Horner]

I use powdered RIT dye.  I fill an asparagus cooker with water, mix the dye in the water and heat until just below boiling.  I then immerse the horn in the dye and let it work for 30 to 45 minutes.  You can mix the colors, I usually mix a little black in the dark brown when staining the neck.  I used to mix yellows and reds together for dyeing the body, but now I just use a straight tan for the body.  I like the way it comes out.
Scott