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Main Discussion Area => Flintknapping => Topic started by: part Cherokee on September 02, 2009, 08:25:29 pm

Title: So how do you cut antler to mount.....
Post by: part Cherokee on September 02, 2009, 08:25:29 pm

Osiyo!!
 I luv this part of the site you guys are so  talented!!
I was wondering whats the best way to cut antler to mount a flint knife blade. Will a hacksaw work?
What kind of adhesive do you guys use. I might use this knife so whats durable.
wado
donadagohvi
White Fox

Title: Re: So how do you cut antler to mount.....
Post by: nugget on September 02, 2009, 08:33:23 pm

I use homeade pine pitch glue to mount mine. If all alse fails you can always use epoxy.  As far as cutting the horn, use what works best for you. I have used a hacksaw, bandsaw, drills, and files. Don'tget to wrap it with sinew after glueing.
Good luck and post pics when done.
TJ

Title: Re: So how do you cut antler to mount.....
Post by: Jaeger on September 02, 2009, 08:40:12 pm

an angle grinder works very well ,not too primitive though.

Title: Re: So how do you cut antler to mount.....
Post by: mullet on September 02, 2009, 09:07:49 pm

 Before I had a bandsaw I used a hacksaw and files to make the slot fit tight. If you want it to fit real tight, cut the slot close and then boil it real good. Then put the blade in and lightly clamp. Squeezing it gently untill it is tight and  cools down, then glue and wrap it with sinew.

  I either glue it with epoxy or TB3 and then cover it with pitch, look's authenic and holds better. ;)

Title: Re: So how do you cut antler to mount.....
Post by: part Cherokee on September 02, 2009, 10:43:32 pm

Hey thanks guys!!! Ill post pics when done Rickd is sending me some antlers.
wado
Matt

Title: Re: So how do you cut antler to mount.....
Post by: recurve shooter on September 02, 2009, 10:57:08 pm

good luck man. what is your blade made of?

Title: Re: So how do you cut antler to mount.....
Post by: sailordad on September 02, 2009, 11:48:24 pm

i have used hack saw,or dremel or bandsaw ro gut antler or wood for handles
i use pine pitch and sinew when making a primitive style knife,but i use epoxy when i want a more modern looking stome knife

Title: Re: So how do you cut antler to mount.....
Post by: Bill Skinner on September 04, 2009, 07:58:16 am

You can soak it in water for three or four days.  The bigger the antler, the longer you need to soak it.  It will get pretty soft, and can easily be worked with stone tools.  It will also smell like dead meat, the smell will go away as soon as it dries out.  Bill