First Scrimshaw Attempt

[Hatman/2nd line]

You did a great job, looks very good!

 

[Wncman]

Great Job !

 

[Idahomie]

Thank you all for your kind words— they’re much appreciated!

 

[CyrusP]

If that’s your first attempt, I’m in for the presale of #5 or #6. Excellent first piece!!!

 

[Idahomie]

My second attempt:

 

[Kerry P.]

I love it, very well done! What did you use to carve it?

 

[Kerry P.]

I wish I was an artist like you all, I can make wood turn into furniture, and flat sheet metal turn into 3 dimensional pieces, but can't draw for manure lol

 

[Idahomie]

I love it, very well done! What did you use to carve it?

Thanks, Kerry! This was done with a carbide-tipped scribe and a pin holder with a sewing needle for some of the finer details.

We’ve all got our own strengths and weaknesses, man. I think a lot of it has to do with what we’re passionate about and how much time we’re willing to invest into becoming better at honing any given skill.

 

[NotDanielBoone]

This is my first attempt at scrimshaw on horn. After five hours of holding a sail needle in a 3” pin vice, I don’t think my hand will ever uncramp! I’ll likely do a decorative border of some sort and add some more artwork or a slogan or two… heck, what’s a powder horn without “Liberty or Death” scrawled on it, anyway?

I’d appreciate any feedback or tips you can provide. Thanks in advance!

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This is my first attempt at scrimshaw on horn. After five hours of holding a sail needle in a 3” pin vice, I don’t think my hand will ever uncramp! I’ll likely do a decorative border of some sort and add some more artwork or a slogan or two… heck, what’s a powder horn without “Liberty or Death” scrawled on it, anyway?

I’d appreciate any feedback or tips you can provide. Thanks in advance!

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Nice work. And I think your message is great.

 

[Hermit Tim]

Very nice. I'd carry it...

 

[Ponderosaman]

Amazing progression, I really liked the cross hatching pieces. I hope you haven’t given up on that. Definitely give it a second try with another subject that might be more forgiving if you’re wary of it.