How to Make an 18'th Century Powder Horn | HISTORY | SCRIMSHAW | BLACK POWDER | MUZZLE LOADER |
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- Опубліковано 20 кві 2023
- Peter makes an 18'th century powder horn, using the techniques recommended in Scott and Cathy Sibley's book, "Recreating the 18'th Century Powder Horn". He welcomes Robert Wiggins, an accomplished artisan, who gives a brief demonstration on scrimshawing and who will be taking Peter's horn home to finish it.
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A great presentation. I am glad that there are folks that keep that art form alive!
As am I Tom. Old skills once lost will be lost forever.
Never realized how some of the powder horns in the past could be so beautifully made, what a treat this was.
Thank you.
Thanks, Richard.
I admire your wanting to try all things. Your ability to pick up any of these trades and to be able to be so skilled is so impressive. I have always been fascinated by the personalization of a powder horn. It always tells a story. You do amaze me what you and Cathy accomplish.
I’m fortunate to have all the free time in the world to practice these old skills and if one has a passion for it, it seems to come fairly easily.
What amazes me is how much patience was required back then, even everyday tasks took time. Nowadays we expect things to happen at the snap of our fingers, thank you Peter for showing us life in the 1700s when folks had to make things and not just order them from Amazon.
We certainly have not only lost skills but, also patience. I for one prefer waiting for a letter by the post rider than an instant digital response.
Wow now that’s a project that will cross your eyes. What excellent work he does!!
Thanks Daniel, it's appreciated
It is some very fine work, indeed.
My dad was a scrimshander. If anybody ever runs by any with RK or ELK it's probably some he did. he usually used power horn, buffalo or deer shoulder blades or Tagua nuts, ostrich egg shells as well.
Lucky to have an artisan in the family.
Yes thanks it sure was.
My dad passed away back in August of 06.
He was a self taught artist he love drawing, scrimshaw, metal engraving, along with other things. He also was in to history, Native American, civil war among many other.
I'm sad to say I can't draw a straight line.
That horn that Robert made is a work of art.
Indeed.
This channel is my best find of 2023. In just a few short months, I think I've seen every one you've posted and all with great delight! Thank you!
Wow, that is hard core, Jeff, that’s a lot of viewing and I might add, very flattering.
@@TheWoodlandEscape , more than a "wee bit" of watching I guess, eh?
Fascinating! Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed, Kurt.
I love the wonderful videos of yours Peter. I could watch them for hours. Thanks for posting.
Flattered, Mark … appreciate the kind words.
WOW😯! The amount of time people were willing to put into this decorative task is amazing.
Long dark winters in a frontier cabin lends itself to such endeavours.
I love the videos im going to try my hand at this one for sure! I would love to see a video on your muskets
Thank you more on muskets soon.
What I look forward to most with your videos is your line….”before we get into that, just a wee bit of history”.
That’s nice , Dick. I preface most chats with that because well know all of the history behind stuff.
I bought Silby’s book several years ago and I’ve built a horn for each of my rifles. Building powder horns is one of my favorite parts of black powder shooting.
I love it as well, Randie. They all turn out unique!
I clicked on this by accident then ended up watching the whole thing, very interesting and relaxing. Thank you.
Thank you, Sean.
I just get excited when I see that there’s a new video!
Flattered, thank you.
People are going to be using this show as a history textbook one day. I Love this show. Amazing
Wow, that is such a lovely compliment, I sincerely thank you.
They just keep getting better!
Well, Evan, those are certainly encouraging words.
Incredible work on these horns. Such artistry in the making and also in the scrimshawing. Thank you for showing us this.
Glad you enjoyed, Jim.
Please give a big thank you to Robert Wiggins for showing his process for scrimshawing. I have the Sibley book and it’s got a lot of great information. Anyone who’s interested in building their own Powderhorn should definitely get their book and start scrimshawing. God bless you for the video. Iroquois friendship
Will do!
Good afternoon from Syracuse NY USA brother and everyone else thank you for sharing your live history videos
Thanks Earl.
I bought a buffalo horn many years ago when I was living with a Christian gunsmith who made the best muzzle loading rifles in northern BC. I promptly lost it. Couldn't find it anywhere's. My birthday comes around and at breakfast, the horn was beside my bowl at the table. Completely finished in his superb craftmanship, my name plain to see in perfect script. He had glued a moose antler spout on it that fit perfectly into a can of black powder, and included a maple plug he had turned on his drill press, that again, fit perfectly. The knob on the end plug was turned in the shape of an acorn. I'll be buried with that horn. What a friend and what a man of God, the only one I had ever met, at the time, who walked the talk. Thanks Taylor.
Wow, that’s an amazing story … sounds like you have a true family heirloom to pass on to future generations.
Unbelievable the work that is involved to make a Powder horn into a piece of art. Great video. Thanks Peter and Kathy. Keep your powder dry
One can make one pretty quick as well but, I do have a few hours in this guy. Watch yer top knot, Lance.
Hello from the Maritimes again. It is similar to mine , a wee bit larger, but just as beautiful. Thank you for what you do for all of us.
Thanks Hayward . I got a fellow coming from your neck of the woods to hunt turkey in a few weeks. 1700 kilometers. You East coasters are certainly hard core folk!
That is so true about not throwing out old things. Loved the video as always.
We often learn that too late in life.
Fantastic Peter! That will go well with your tomahawk pipe. I gotta say I’m jealous. As a black powder enthusiast myself, I love the authenticity and scrimshaw that compliments the rifle. Nice work- can’t wait to see it finished!!
Thanks, Kenny and I’m rather excited to see the finished product as well.
I am sure your Powderhorn will be beautiful when Robert finishes it!! It is nice you have so many people you can rely on when making different items!! Blessings.
We are that, Jan. I’m also looking forward to the final job.
Another great project Peter and no small undertaking. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge and showing us all these projects. Looks like your having some nice weather. Ours has turned back cold and rain lots of the time. Have a blessed week my friend and we'll see you down the road.....thanks again.
Weather is a tad fickle here as well. Seems we go from winter right into summer.
Priceless just amazing what workman ship it takes my breath away what a master of his craft thank you both for sharing your knowledge and Kraft always Freddie 😄👍😎💪🇨🇦🇺🇲
Freddie, your comments are much appreciated Sir!
Best Regards
Thanks so much, Freddie.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience, and for the history you give on each subject.
It’s my pleasure, Dan … appreciate the encouraging words.
Robert certainly does some fantastic scrimshaw work! He also plays a darn good harmonica! I'm looking forward to seeing how the powder horn turns out, i like the way it looks already.
He doesn’t indeed know his craft … pretty excited to see the end result as well.
Truly amazing, what wonderful craftsmanship you and Robert possess and such fine gentlemen to boot. Genuine pleasure watching.
Roger, your comments warm my heart.
Best Regards
Flattered, Roger.
This video was such a thrill to watch. It's my favorite historical period -- from the American Revolution to the Trail of Tears. My 2nd great-grandfather enlisted in the Indian Wars, part of the War of 1812. Several ancestors served following the signing of the Declaration of Independence. After the final expulsion of Native Americans in the 1830s, my 2nd great-grandfather and his wife moved their 16 children from the former Georgia Colony to the new state of Alabama where they resided for the nearly the next 100 years. I love reading their stories from family records and other history. As a child, I imagined myself a 'Davy Crockett' style explorer although none of my family were that type. They were just average Americans trying to make a living in a raw, new territory. While I mourn for the natives whose property was stolen, I cherish the memory of my ancestors who fought for our nation's independence.
You are a lucky man to be the keeper of so much family history. Sadly most do know back past one or two generations. Thanks for sharing, Ron.
@@TheWoodlandEscape It is sad. That's why it behooves those of us who are lucky to share what we've learned with others. I'm no where near as talented as you but I share what I can. Thank you for sharing what you can. Together, we'll keep history alive for future generations.
Very good one Peter. I have made a couple of horns myself. I find them a lot of work, but a joy to hold when you finish to look at what you accomplished.
It is indeed, Paul but, the journey is also a significant part of the feelings your expressing !
Another great one! Like usual, I always seem to learn something. At best, I've struggled to scrimshaw. Robert's method of linking the dots really makes a lot of sense. What a great horner.
He is indeed, David.
LOVE YOUR VERY INFORMATIVE AND ENTERTAINING VIDEOS SIR . ❤
Thank you kindly
Great video! Life at the cabin and home place.. You live the life most can only dream about. Making the powder horn is interesting. I have one I bought to go with my replica flintlock and possible bag that I have on my wall in my man cave...
Bet it looks right at home in the cave, lol!
I think no,,, I know I learn something new every time I watch this channel, thanks Peter and Robert, very nice powder horns ya got there
Thank you sir!
That is deadset artwork. Magnificent.
I guess there were a lot of utilitarian powder horns for practical day to day use.
Then, as time allowed & survival not a priority or waiting for battle, the pioneers would apply themselves to creating these valuable keepsakes.
Well done yourself there too!!
Thanks Stephen. I’ve made a lot of horns and I never tire of it.
A great episode. Interesting learning about the powder horns and the scrimshaw history.
Mr Wiggins is quite good on the licking stick. It was nice watching him play the song that is thematic with The Woodland Escape. Of course his scrimshaw skills are top notch as well. The detail and artistry are impressive.
He’s a tale fellow for sure.
Another great video. I've tried my hand with horns. My patients aren't what they use to be. And having the right tools is key. And allowing the time to do it.
Our turkey season starts this coming Saturday. That's where my mind is now....
Our season starts on Tuesday of this week and as usual I’m very excited.
@@TheWoodlandEscape best of luck to you 🦃💥🍗
Mr.Pete...loved this one!!! I've made a couple horns - sure does give you a feeling of satisfaction. Mr. Wiggins does beautiful work! Thank you for what you do! And as always take care...Robin
Robin, thanks for your kind comments.
Best Regards
Always a kind word Robin, thank you.
That's amazing Peter can't wait to see it when it's completed.
You and I both … thanks for your interest.
That harmonica had me feeling like I was bound away across the wide Missouri...
You and me both!
Another great video and thanks for it and the harmonica music.
Gary, I am pleased to know that my harp playing tickled your fancy, in spite of a few flubs that I made 😢
It is always such a pleasure to hear music coming from the cabin.
good afternoon.enjoyed the video
Thanks Robert.
Excellent, cool, beautiful work! I didn't realize powder horns were works of art.
Thanks, Hugh.
Terrific Peter! I can't wait to see the finished horn. I'm sure it'll be incredible. Cheers my friend.
Thanks Al. See you in a few short days.
Very cool video! I can’t wait to see the finished product!! Those scrimshawed horns are beautiful 😍
You and I both.
I love all colonial things my great ancestor was William plus sad he served under general stock during the revolution. He was under the command of Colonel Stickley, under starks regiment known as Stickley regiment. I love people who have the professional skills and show us how do use things are made from way back. Thank you for showing us this. I’ve always wanted to have a Powderhorn and up here in New Hampshire. There aren’t too many cows left and they don’t exactly give these powder, Hans away, right professionalism, well done.
Thanks so much, Douglas. Btw, I love your state.
Hey Peter! Those were some beautiful horns that Mr. Wiggins brought with him! My personal horn was made by Mr. Ron Vail, here in Indiana... and I am very proud of it Part of the engraving on it is the old Scottish prayer, "God Grant That We May Always Be In The Right... For Thou Well Knowest How Seldom We Change Our Minds, Amen". (It seemed appropriate!) I am sure that when the two of you are done with your latest horn, that it will be a show piece as well! All The Best and thanks for sharing!
I am familiar with Ron Vails horns. You have a quality piece there Sir, and thanks for your comments about my work. It's much appreciated.
Best Regards
That is a classic quote, Martin, thanks for sharing.
True pieces of art by Robert. Nice "canvas" perp there Peter!! Still working on the sash on my side. have a great weekend.
Denis
Many thanks for your thoughtful comments. I am looking forward to seeing that sash you are making for Peter. It is quite wide and no doubt a considerable amount of work.
Best Regards
Can you imagine the two finished items once their together?
@@TheWoodlandEscape yes but will never beat the moment when they're going to collide for real
Appreciate your efforts and dedication. You have some amazing guests for sure. Beautiful work. Thanks again and keep your powder dry!
We keep having these amazing artisans showing up at The Woodland Escape and it has been the the best part in our endeavour with our channel. Watch yer top knot!
Very cool. Can't wait to see the finished horn
You and I both, Doug.
Always learn something new when I watch your videos there eh! Thanks for sharing
Well Denis, I consider that a compliment, thank you.
Hello I have just found your videos, I really like your historical explanations about what you are doing and why you are doing things a certain way. My grandfather was very involved in muzzle loading 40 years ago, I learned a lot from him, thanks for reminding me about him.
If our endeavor brings back memories for folks, it’s all worth while … thanks for watching.
Hey brother. I told my wife how nice the jacket that you are wearing. I would definitely purchase that jacket.
Pretty darn easy to make.
Awesome, great job so far, enjoy the history also.
It’s coming along, thank you.
Great video I love all of your stuff.
Appreciate it, Daniel.
Thank you for your show, I really enjoyed it. I’m going to try some scrimshaw on the horn i started.
A fun project Scott. They sell cheap jewelry type lights that have a magnifying glass and a light on a movable arm … pretty handy tool.
Another great video thanks
Glad you enjoyed it, Mike.
Thank you for the great videos. Your craftsmanship is superb sir. Although this time in history was hard and required much labor, it brings me peace from the hustle of this modern age in which we live.
Couldn’t agree with you more, Rick … the whole world could benefit from a step back in time, a period when at least there was civil discourse.
A great video and really enjoyable watching a couple craftsmen doing something they love to do! New subscriber and looking forward to catching up on your other videos!
Thank you and we’re glad you found us. Appreciate your support and interest.
WHAT AMAZING CRAFTSMANSHIP!!! The Homestead of; Emperor Peter and Empress Catherine, is quickly becoming a; 'Who's-Who' of Artisans. LOVELY! 'Leave it to Peter' 2 find yet another facet of history that completely enthralls us. My gratitude to the Kelly's 4 time and talents shared. I wonder if your quotes about finding these historic treasures will now have many trekking 2 old battle sites with a shovel? You may well have lit a fire here Peter! LOL! Seems 2 my simple mind that these horns would not work long B 4 needing a refill?! But then...I've never seen anyone carry bout a 'longhorn'! THAT would be weapon enough! If the beast that provided it's horn could talk...I ponder it's thoughts...'Why does man find so many uses for war?' “I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones.” (Albert Einstein). Health and God Bless! :)
We’ve been blessed with visiting artisans here and we have a few more lined up. Einsteins quote is a very troubling one, especially in light of the worlds crises . I find it much more comforting to think of John when he wrote the line “ Imagine there’s no countries … ! As always, Marie, I thank you.
Start with one, mature cow. Remove everything that doesn’t look like a horn. Put black powder into the horn, and eat the remainder. Do not confuse Part A with Part B.
Courtesy of Half Vast Flying
Too funny!
Hi Peter, well it’s Sabbath morning for me and soon to be off to church, just wanted to say hi and I really enjoyed your video today. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸
Thank you and enjoy your service.
You can also put the horn in an anthill, and let the ants clean it out, they do remarkably quick work. Not as fast as boiling, but less gross to deal with, and faster than burying!
A brilliant idea.
Beautiful work!
Thank you.
Nice video Peter, I enjoyed watching it.
Appreciate that, Brent, glad you enjoyed.
Just found your channel! Feel like I’m at home. Gonna catch up on your videos. Good job.
We are certainly glad you’ve found us and appreciate your interest and support.
Really enjoy your videos…Ty
Appreciate that, Henry … glad you’re enjoying.
A most relaxing video and the history displayed on the horns brought the time period to life.
The Honer was quite the artist.
Your videos make me long for rendezvoys and living history events.
I am drawn to that time period as if I was once there. Your living the life style is both quite interesting and
your skills are remarkable.
Well done sir.
Well I thank you sir. You should get out to an event and really wet your whistle.
Some of those horns are real works of art. Probably wouldn't be considered traditional, but I once spotted one with a pack of hounds in full cry scrimshawed on it. It was so lifelike it was hard to imagine how someone could create something so realistic. But I've settled on a short buffalo horn I've roughed out myself. Pretty plain Jane but it serves the purpose. I'm not into the reenacting but I do love the history and I do love to see the old black powder smoke roll out on a still, frosty fall morning. You can almost touch the past.
Almost touch the past, I love that. There is nothing wrong with plain my friend.
Awesome 😎
Thanks Antonio.
Very enjoyable video
Thanks, Theodore.
Oh wow! What talent! Great video!
Tried to get in touch with you, Ian but, I don’t have your contact info. Wanted to invite you to join the 49th with us this weekend.
That would have been awesome!
Hi there, I’m a new subscriber and also a muzzleloader enthusiast. Your channel came up on my feed recently, and I have to tell you, I really enjoy your content and the way you describe in detail what you are doing. Kudos to your wife as well for the awesome camera work and editing. Love your videos!
We are certainly glad you found us and we appreciate your interest and support.
This is so awesome to see. I just ordered a custom made skrimshawed hornnfrom trackmof the wolf for around 245 dollars and mannit is gorgeous. A beautiful wood buttplate with iron nail, beautiful wooden pegs and brown patina with a beautiful engravong around the horn under the buttplug and then on one side it has we the people engraved and on another aide its got the federal eagle with arrows in his talons. It really is a beautiful piece and quite good for my first horn even though i don't have a comparison!
I attached it with a ling i bought and on the ends of the adjustable sling are 2 brass rings with deer straps attached and i have those wrapped around the horn which fits me just perfect. The only thing im worried about is when taking it off the possibility of the brass eings smacking on the horn and cracking it but im not sure if this is an issue or not. I might take some small leather wrap and just cover them enough so if it hits its peotected but when wearing it its perfecrlt comforatable.
Can’t imagine it doing any harm, simply a bit of usage patina. Next thing you know you’ll be be buying a raw horn and creating your owe. We appreciate your interest in our channel and sharing your experiences.
Another excellent video, Peter and Cathy! And Mr. Wiggins is an amazing artist and a pretty good harmonica player as well. I've made a few horns over the years. My primary horn is a buffalo horn I carried during my AMM days. I have a couple of white horns I plan to work on. I have the Sibley book and will no doubt refer to your video when I get started. Again, excellent video!
John
Thank you. You made my day! I try, but there is still much to learn, both with scrimshanding and harp playing in particular.
@@robertwiggins4921 And you just made my day! Thank you, sir!
Thanks, John.
@@TheWoodlandEscape You're welcome! I hope you are still considering doing a video about your tarp. 😉
Peter l like this content very much, have not done much design on any of my horns just all plan ones and mine are mostly black in color. Great video. Be safe out there!
Perhaps you need to spice thing up a bit, lol!
I had an untight horn and repaired it by putting the wooden plug end into a bowl with boiled linseed oil and sucked through the top end for two seconds oil into the gaps.
Then I let it dry for several days and repeat the procedure. After the third time it was airtight. Linseed oil expands a little when it solidifies which makes it perfect for this purpose.
That is brilliant, thanks for sharing.
Very nice 👍👍👍👍.
Thanks a lot
I have one of these kits it came with a bone handle knife, maybe should use it.
Good video Peter!
Nice to put a face to your sound track also, that’s the guy😊
Actually, Robert isn’t the fellow that provides the music but, he did learn to play a tune we often use and did an amazing job at it.
the board on the wall with the gun on it reminds me of mine. i live in a cabin in SC we built. my brother owns a sawmill, i have 3 boards from the mill like that on my walls with flintlocks on them. my cabin is actually a lap sided cypress board cabin not log.
Sounds like a wonderful retreat!
Дед, я посмотрю твой ролик позднее. Так как таких рогов нет, но очень интересно, зверобой. Фенимор купер
thank you
The Bob Ross of 18th century reenactment
If I recall, horn does not sweat, also important to keep powder dry.
Absolutely.
Peter as a lover of history also I wonder how accurate you think the movie last of the Mohican with Daniel day Lewis was. Appreciate your input and also in awe of your skills. Thank you so much!!!
From the clothing, firearms, accoutrements etc., it was extremely accurate . As t how the battle transpired, not so much. All things considered, it is one of the best movies of that era that Hollywood ever produced.
Phewwww, that fellow has a ton of patience!
I’m surprised to hear the powder horns reign was so short. With all the attention paid to them, you’d think they were used for hundreds of years, but I guess they’re just too neat (and sometimes beautiful) to forget.
But I’m surprised to see you don’t seem to have a wooden vice (or I missed it). Mr chickadee's channel does a couple. If you don’t already know him, his channel is pretty awesome, and you may enjoy some of his work.
I do have a wooden vise in the cabin but, as I mentioned vices are pretty useless in horn making.
@@TheWoodlandEscape I know a metal vice would be useless, as you said, but even a wooden one that can clamp uneven objects wouldn’t work? Anyway, I’m sure you’re excited to get that horn back from your friend. Probably be so nice you won’t want to use it! 🙂
Oh, I’ll be using, hopefully for a lot of years.
@@TheWoodlandEscape I’m sure you will, and I’m sure it’ll be gorgeous.
Beautiful! What a great video. I don't have a powder horn despite all the shooting I do. I guess my powder keeper is more modern than my rifle since it's the brass type and the weapon is a flintlock. Maybe one day I'll give in and add one to my gear. 40K is a little out of my price range though. Know anyone who has one for say 5 bucks or maybe I can trade some projectiles I have poured. LOL...reverting already!
Good well-made horns retail for about 200 dollars, not scrimshawed but engrailed. Considering inflation today that is about 50 dollars value in 1970 dollars.
Thanks Victor. Sounds silly but, you can order a plain horn on line that although made in India are very authentic looking.
Very nice. That scrimshaw art is awesome! Question: My son brought a Musk Ox horn home from Nome a couple of years ago. Have you ever heard of anyone making a powder horn out of one?
That’s an interesting question. I see no reason why it wouldn’t work.
I want a horn I can map most of the Midland trail on from. Just a little past Charleston to the south east and I would like a couple bands one on each end to fasten the strap too I saw one at a Rondavue when I was a young man and it stuck keep up the good work
Banded horns are pretty darn neat but, they were a southern horn and rarely seem in and around the Great Laked.
I miss Canada.
Last year I built my first long rifle and horn. I bought a carbide scribe and pre-made white horn along with rit dye. I did the hot dip method on the stove to dye the tip of the horn black. That was tricky! I chose to scrimshaw a map of part of the Mohawk Valley where I grew up and live today. I scaled a topo map on the computer to my horn and used it as a guide. You can cut out any waterbody you want and then trace it on the horn, works great! Actually I was going to do Lake George and Ft. William Henry first but changed my mind, wanted to make it more personal to me. Roberts map of Ft. Ti is wonderful! Does he do custom work for $$? If so please pass along his contact info, id be interested. Great video!
If you sent me your email on mine at … thewoodlandescape1@gmail.com I’ll pass it on to Robert. I don’t know if he does it for money, but I’ll put him in contact with you.
What works of art are those powder horns. Absolutely beautiful. He is a great artist. Is that a new knife you have hanging around your neck?
Beverly, thanks for your appreciation. I do believe artists are their own worst critics but your comments ease that.
Nope, same old reliable knife … the most used tool ever. I can’t wait to see Robert’s finished work.
I made a horn for my dad, did some relief work around the outside of the drawing, a timberwolf. I'd love for someone to "grade" it, wonder how i did. I have another, in process for the last 15 years...I really need to get back at it😝
I posted some pics of my stuff on my channel. Just a few more of the many projects I have going on.
I’ll have to check it out, thanks.
I have a question for you sir did the old-fashioned muzzleloader shoot silk patches out of those Kentucky long rifles and how accurate was a silk patch paired to the modern day patch of today inaccuracy I would like to know
I doubt it very much due to the cost. I’ve tried a comparison with a flintlock, shooting off a bench rest and saw no discernible difference. Often they used no patches at all, they would chew on the ball to deform it for a tight fit.
I`m enthralled by your channel ,and I would like to know where you obtained you Tricorn ? Wouldn`t mind getting one myself. Thanks . Great content and you got yourself another subscriber.
We sincerely thank you for your interest and support. I believe if you google Hatter George you’ll find an amazing assortment of historically accurate hats.
I really enjoy the how-to videos... The more in depth/detailed the better!
I noticed several things...
1) The horn you are working on is left handed/sided.
2) You placed the new horn to your right side to show position.
3) The powder horn hanging by your rifle is right handed/sided.
4) You carved the butt strap location on the new horn to hang on your right side.
I have read and heard from others that it's best to use a horn of the critter from the same side as you plan to wear/carry the finished piece when there is a double curve. Single curve.. no problem.
Question...
The spout now points up using a left hand horn on your right side... Do you ever have issues with moisture or being awkward to use?
I have this same situation and have to give the horn a half twist to put the spout in position each time in order to reload. I also have to be more aware of moisture at the spout.
Thanks for the video....
Shadowcastre
You may have misinterpreted that horn. I have it in my possession for scrimshanding and it is a right hand hor that fits the contours of my right side.
Best Regards
@@robertwiggins4921
Did I misinterpret the horn? Possibly.
I am always open to new/more information and discussion so after reading your comment, I went and examined my own powder horns and how they fit both left and right. I then dug into my resources and the internet and have drawn some conclusions.
I am referring to horns that have multiple curves like the one in the video..
1) Not all horns are shaped the same way or direction and it will vary depending on the breed of bovine. It can be difficult to determine left or right side.
2) If you place that horn on your left side you will find that it will fit your left side contours as well. The difference will be that the tip will face down.
3) Today.. Most people will wear their powder horn based on preference, left or right, tip up or down, best fit for them.
4) The bulk of my resourcing indicates that the more traditional carry would be tip down so as to not interfere with anything else, straps, bags, arms, Etc...
5) Tip up carry (left or right) also means that the horn will have to be rotated toward the body in order to use it. This doesn't occur with tip down carry.
So it still begs the Question...
The spout points up when wearing that horn on your right side... Do you ever have issues with moisture or it being awkward to use?
I have this same situation and have to give the horn a half twist to put the spout in position each time in order to reload. I also have to be more aware of moisture at the spout. Or... I'll wear it on my left side with no issues.
I will be continuing further research into this subject. :-)
@shadowcastre
Very interesting dialogue we are having. It's always great to hear other people's views.
I have never experienced moisture at the tip personally. In the case of this particular horn the tip is almost level and parallel to my body when worn on either side but I do admit that there is a very slight upward slant when worn on the right side but it is almost imperceptible and does not project out from the body.
As to the half twist to dispense powder, I have needed to do that with some horns but never felt disadvantaged by it. Does that pose any difficulties for you?
@@robertwiggins4921
I agree.. I do appreciate seeing and hearing others views and methods.
I think from here on, personally I am going to refer to multi curved horns as being worn in tip up or tip down, left or right carry position, rather than trying to identify it as a left or right hand horn.
As to the moisture issue, it is problematic when I wear the horn in tip up position and the weather is humid. Moisture tends to gather at the spout as my particular powder horn juts out aboiut 2 inches when worn on my right side in tip up position. I have to wipe it clean before each pour. When I wear it tip down, left side carry it rides close to my body and is not an issue.
Having to rotate my horn 180 degrees in tip up right side carry is not difficult, but is more of an annoyance. As it sticks out 2 inches, it also gets in the way sometimes.
I must say that you do some mighty fine scrimshaw work! Anything I have ever tried came out looking like chicken scratch! lol...
@shadowcastre
I took a picture of this horn on both right and left side of my body but realized I couldn't post it in my reply to you. This particular horn tip does't curl out from the body. It lies close to the clothes which is good.