O MAN, thank you so much. I bought a copy of American frontiersman awhile back and loved it. I recently lost my magazine with the "sharing the trail" painting cover and was so heart broken. When you said American frontiersman it clicked and I was able to find my favorite copy online. a thousand thanks -Matt
If you make a hole in your workbench you can loop a rope or a piece of leather strap over the horn. Put one foot in the loop under the bench to apply pressure and you can use both hands to control the tools.
I'm just beginning to try my hand at this very interesting craft. So far I have made so many mistakes that have taught me some good lessons. I haven't failed as its First Attempt In Learning, right? Going to keep making mistakes but move forward. Best of luck to you.
Greg Miller, For some reason I can't reply directly on your question. The thickness of the horn varies. Down at the base id is about an eighth of an inch to a quarter of an inch thick. as you get closer to the neck, the thicker it gets. The neck is solid horn.
Thanks Mike! This was very timely I have a raw horn that I have scaled smooth. I bought the Shipley book and now it is time to get started. Looking forward to the next phase of this video.
nice work mike you use any means necessary in time gone by the would have . i like scrimshaw we have a lot of whale bone scrimshaw from the whaling years about the 1700 i like the fine art work great videos by the way loved the tow flintlock build
Looks nice. Maybe you could use a strip of paper or masking tape, when you want to make divisions? Wrap on, mark circumference, and pull of and divide a straight line by folding or measuring the strip...
That horn sure looked blah when you started but it's taking on life now.I bet the antique dying will make it look twice as good.Another alternative to using a raw or made horn is to contact a horn maker and see if you can order a horn in whatever stage of completeness you choose to start at.And if you are actually going to carry it you can order it for the correct side.I've considered making my own horn many times but never have.I'm looking forward to the scrimshaw.I always figured I'd try a map if I did scrimshaw.I've seen them with rivers and trade routes on them and they look cool.They also look easy compared to an eagle or something.Flags are cool too and again they look easy,but a lot of things look easy. Have you considered doing a tomahawk build video?I keep looking at them on TOW's website and I think that will be my next project.
Very cool. I love these project videos. Lots of great information and you never pull any punches. So far the horn looks great and I can't wait to see part 2. I was going to ask the same question about the thickness of the walls of the horn. But it looks like you have already answered that question. The only other question I would ask is: "Are there any concerns about breathing the dust/particles from a horn while sanding and shaping?". I don't know why it concerns me, probably just perception. I have no problem with wood dust. But I get the heebeegeebees when thinking about the dust of some previously living creature getting in my lungs. Maybe I just need to man-up...
Just a safety tip if anyone else wants to go with customizing a ready made horn. Traditions, CVA and some of the other black powder companies import their powder horns from India, and they are shipped covered in powdered DDT to keep bugs nesting in the horn during shipping. I would recommend either wearing a dust mask while carving the horn to avoid aspirating the DDT, or wash the horn with hot water and mild soap before beginning.
check out Grizley tools they have a whole section of guitar makeing supplys inculding volin and fiddle tuning pegs that make great stoppers they will send a full color one inch thick catalog great stuff and good Company to deal with
O MAN, thank you so much. I bought a copy of American frontiersman awhile back and loved it. I recently lost my magazine with the "sharing the trail" painting cover and was so heart broken. When you said American frontiersman it clicked and I was able to find my favorite copy online. a thousand thanks -Matt
If you make a hole in your workbench you can loop a rope or a piece of leather strap over the horn. Put one foot in the loop under the bench to apply pressure and you can use both hands to control the tools.
That is a good idea. I will try it.
Very good tip! Thanks!
I love following these projects of yours Mike. Thanks for bringing them to us!
Nice job Mike! I used to make golden age horns, long ago. You have inspired me to take it up again. Thank you!
I'm just beginning to try my hand at this very interesting craft. So far I have made so many mistakes that have taught me some good lessons. I haven't failed as its First Attempt In Learning, right? Going to keep making mistakes but move forward. Best of luck to you.
Greg Miller, For some reason I can't reply directly on your question. The thickness of the horn varies. Down at the base id is about an eighth of an inch to a quarter of an inch thick. as you get closer to the neck, the thicker it gets. The neck is solid horn.
I can see it now, Fort Fred, 2015: "Honest Mike's Antique Powder Horns." Boy's got talent!
Some good ideas there, thank you .....
Fantastic work Mike! Especially for a first attempt. I look forward to seeing part 2!
Thanks Mike! This was very timely I have a raw horn that I have scaled smooth. I bought the Shipley book and now it is time to get started. Looking forward to the next phase of this video.
Looks great for a first time try.And if I did not watch this video I would have thought it was made by a old time horn maker. It looks super to me.
Looks really nice. For a first try, came out really nice.
Good video. Good job.
Looks real good so far....
This is awesome. Been wanting to make one for a bit. Just need to get the horn. Looking pretty good so far.
Very nice. Thanks for the video.
Looks very good! Thanks so much.
nice work mike you use any means necessary in time gone by the would have . i like scrimshaw we have a lot of whale bone scrimshaw from the whaling years about the 1700 i like the fine art work great videos by the way loved the tow flintlock build
Looks nice. Maybe you could use a strip of paper or masking tape, when you want to make divisions? Wrap on, mark circumference, and pull of and divide a straight line by folding or measuring the strip...
Great job !
Thanks for sharing .
That horn sure looked blah when you started but it's taking on life now.I bet the antique dying will make it look twice as good.Another alternative to using a raw or made horn is to contact a horn maker and see if you can order a horn in whatever stage of completeness you choose to start at.And if you are actually going to carry it you can order it for the correct side.I've considered making my own horn many times but never have.I'm looking forward to the scrimshaw.I always figured I'd try a map if I did scrimshaw.I've seen them with rivers and trade routes on them and they look cool.They also look easy compared to an eagle or something.Flags are cool too and again they look easy,but a lot of things look easy.
Have you considered doing a tomahawk build video?I keep looking at them on TOW's website and I think that will be my next project.
How thick are cow horns to begin with? Does this affect the strength of the horn?
looking good
Very cool. I love these project videos. Lots of great information and you never pull any punches. So far the horn looks great and I can't wait to see part 2.
I was going to ask the same question about the thickness of the walls of the horn. But it looks like you have already answered that question.
The only other question I would ask is: "Are there any concerns about breathing the dust/particles from a horn while sanding and shaping?". I don't know why it concerns me, probably just perception. I have no problem with wood dust. But I get the heebeegeebees when thinking about the dust of some previously living creature getting in my lungs. Maybe I just need to man-up...
SO COOL!
I have made two poor boy horns but now I going to dress at least one up. Want to make a flat one though. TRACK OF THE WOLF had a great catalogue.
Just a safety tip if anyone else wants to go with customizing a ready made horn. Traditions, CVA and some of the other black powder companies import their powder horns from India, and they are shipped covered in powdered DDT to keep bugs nesting in the horn during shipping. I would recommend either wearing a dust mask while carving the horn to avoid aspirating the DDT, or wash the horn with hot water and mild soap before beginning.
very nice
thanks
Why doesn't anyone put a fill plug in the large plug end? So much easier to fill the horn with a fill plug.
TH-camrs have just not figured out that their medium is video not audio.
is that a violin peg for the plug on the powder horn?
Yes.
Looks like it could be very rewarding, but also a PIA ...
check out Grizley tools they have a whole section of guitar makeing supplys inculding volin and fiddle tuning pegs that make great stoppers they will send a full color one inch thick catalog great stuff and good Company to deal with
Where can I get a powder horn kit at?