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Weekend workshop output
G. Elsenbeck:
Taking a break from raking leaves, installing windows and powder horns and decided to fool around with some smaller horn pieces and wood. First is a small flat horn with is only 4 inches along the curve and that includes the stopper while the end is barely 3/4 in. thick and 2 in. long. The base plug is walnut and the stopper is carved cherry after treating with vinegaroon.
The next group consist of 3 various sized powder measures from similar 'root beer' colored horn pieces I've had laying around from the years. Nothing too fancy, just practical and useful items.
The last pic is a combination vent pick and pan brush using blonde horse hair. The wood from a couple small pieces of desert ironwood that I hate to get rid of useable scrap.
Tim Crosby:
Nice work Gary. Did I miss something, is that a metal band around the base of that horn? I like the design.
Tim C.
G. Elsenbeck:
No Tim, there isn't any metal on the horn. I think what you see is the walnut & beeswax as the horn is basically translucent. Also despite the small size this will hold 300 grains. Enough for alot of priming, use a day horn, or use it as a holder for percussion caps.
Gary
Tim Crosby:
Kool, Thanks, I see it now.
Tim C.
Beaverman:
Gary, nice work, that's an awful busy weekend in the shop! looks great!
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