Powder horn project

[Freedom]

Here's a buffalo horn I'm just finishing up. I cut the tip off, added a cherry peg and elk ivory to make the plug. Then 100++ year old cedar fence post..(aka Juniper)was used to make the end cap. CA super glue and brass tacks secure the base plug... then waterproofed the joint with hot beeswax.

 

[LME]

Here's a buffalo horn I'm just finishing up. I cut the tip off, added a cherry peg and elk ivory to make the plug. Then 100++ year old cedar fence post..(aka Juniper)was used to make the end cap. CA super glue and brass tacks secure the base plug... then waterproofed the joint with hot beeswax.
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Nice looking horn,love the spiral carving!

 

[Omahkapi'si]

Mine will be the Sanford & Son version.

Nice work.

 

[Omahkapi'si]

I’d polish mine but I don’t want to buff all the Buffalo out….

 

[Notchy Bob]

Here's a buffalo horn I'm just finishing up. I cut the tip off, added a cherry peg and elk ivory to make the plug. Then 100++ year old cedar fence post..(aka Juniper)was used to make the end cap. CA super glue and brass tacks secure the base plug... then waterproofed the joint with hot beeswax.
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Nice job on that horn, @freedom475 .

Is that powder measure, or charger, made from a pronghorn tip?

Notchy Bob

 

[Freedom]

Yes my powder measure is made from the tip of a Pronghorn antelope.
I didn't do much polishing on this horn. Lot of time with a cabinet scraper though... Then I wiped it down with a piece of sheepskin loaded with Skidmore's leather cream.

 

[Omahkapi'si]

This weekend will try to finish my new/old horn. Then fill it with powder and go make smoke on Sunday...

 

[Notchy Bob]

@RanchRoper ,

This is an old buffalo powderhorn that came (more or less) from your part of the world. The description said Canada, possibly Alberta, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba, which covers a lot of real estate, but at least it was in your general direction:

I like it... Very basic, but neatly made. The butt plug looks like some kind of softwood to me. This one has subtle "facets" or panels worked into the surface, much like the horn described in the "how to" article in the current issue of MUZZLELOADER magazine. There is a flathead wood screw in the base for attachment of a strap. Not very creative or attractive, but I've seen images of a lot of 19th century horns that had exactly that. The two holes in the side up near the spout are likely from a staple that pulled out. I don't care much for the staple in the neck like that, and in fact it is unnecessary if there is a carved shoulder like this one has, but there are the holes, whether I like 'em or not. This horn is in the National Museum of Scotland, of all places, and you can read what they have to say about it and see a larger image here: Buffalo Powder Horn, Ref. No. A.702.1

I'm looking forward to seeing your finished horn!

Notchy Bob

 

[Brazos John]

Those are some good-looking horns!
I have an old buff horn that's just been laying around for a bunch of years, and now you're making me think I need to do something with it. I'll put it on my project list, but it might be close to the bottom. I have a .45 Colonial pistol kit to build, flints to knap, stocks to stain, and if I get some time, maybe some smoke to make!

 

[Omahkapi'si]

Today I got the base plug fitted and glued in. Tomorrow I will pin it, sand it all down again and try to finish it off.

 

[Omahkapi'si]

Well for a first effort it is coming along. It's now airtight. Pine base plug. Lots of sanding left to do. Later I will pin the base. The stopper worked out pretty good. Once done I will polish it up a bit and I have a new/old powder horn. ....I like it!

...and yes that's a rusty old fence staple on the plug....on purpose...

It won't stand close inspection but anybody looks that close they deserve to find something anyway. Not even close to the craftsmen on this forum but it sure is a fun way to spend an afternoon.

 

[Freedom]

That turned out nice! I appreciate you bringing us along with your pictures.

 

[Omahkapi'si]

Thank you! Not done yet but at least I know it holds powder now

 

[Omahkapi'si]

Complete!

 

[smo]

Looks real good!

 

[Walkingeagle]

Well done!
Walk

 

[BigAl52]

Looks great my friend. I like it has some character to it just like the guy who built it.

 

[Omahkapi'si]

The good news is if I can build one anyone can.

 

[zerosprk]

Good job! It looks like it ought to work to me...

 

[david w]

Complete!
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Personally, i would like to see the base plate died dark to better match the horn. Bison horns hold more powder that bull antlers.. I like the bag you have pictured. Will you please post a few pictures of the inside?