Priming Flask

[user 922]

Here's a little primer flask that I made from a horn ring that was turned and polished. The ends were turned from walnut and each side has a horn window that was glued and then turned very thin (from the inside before assembly). I replaced the brass charger barrel and spout with horn parts that I turned and threaded. It's about 2-1/2" in dia. and 3/4" thick.

 

[Billnpatti]

Now, that's some fine work. I'd be mighty proud to have that in my bag. :thumbsup:

 

[eggwelder]

very nice, never though of or saw one like that.

 

[rfisher]

Bravo! :hatsoff: Very nice!!!

 

[ZUG]

Nicely done --- what stops the powder from running out when not in use?

 

[user 922]

The brass plunger is spring loaded. It must be pushed in to dispense powder.

 

[wattlebuster]

Cool :hatsoff:

 

[ZUG]

NOW it makes sense -- thanks :v .

 

[omarick1948]

These have been very popular with a lot of horn makers these days and I have made many over the years with and without the glass, but also have had folks want compasses, pictures, mirrors and even powder horns base plugs with the frame window.

You did a nice job on your banjo flask!

Rick :thumbsup:

 

[Alden]

Very nice!

 

[hoochiepapa]

:hatsoff: Woo-hoo! very nice!!

 

[lonehunter]

Nicely done :thumbsup:

 

[Rifleman1776]

You are not only talented and artistic, but very clever. Nice item and well done. :thumbsup:

 

[user 922]

Thanks, everyone for the nice compliments and encouragement.

 

[MSW]

nice design and excellent execution! (I like the photo, too)

:thumbsup: :hatsoff:

 

[DOUBLEDEUCE 1]

Very nice! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

 

[FishDFly]

Ditto.

 

[dhaverstick]

That is way cool! I love the horn body. You do some fine work, sir.

Darren

 

[Staggerwing]

Could you please explain a little more or perhaps provide another picture regarding the horn window. You say it was glued and turned. Did you glue it to the walnut and then turn it very thin? Very nice job and very interesting.

 

[GreyWhiskers]

Well done! :thumbsup: GW