Tim, I file formed the spout from 3/4" dia. brass bar stock, the studs from 1/4" weld rod, the rings from 1/16" weld rod and the rope from heavy linen thread. I think Elk or moose would probably work better because the part the meets the scull is more square to the body of the antler than the fairly sharp angle of a white tail deer. If anyone has some they don't need, let me know.
Robby