Elk v Elk SilkSmoke brush

Discussion in 'The Brush' started by gssixgun, Apr 6, 2021.

  1. gssixgun

    gssixgun At this point in time...

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    My newest adventure

    Elk Antler Handle that I was trying to decide on what to use for a base (antler MUST be sealed)
    Been sitting on the bench for a month or so
    I was out there yesterday working on a razor and I saw an Elk leg bone that I had processed years ago
    I cleaned off the shop gunk and the idea was hatched
    After the Epoxy dried I cut and fit the bone to the Antler
    Sanding and polishing brought out an almost Ivory like finish

    My friend Dan had sent me a few Synthetic knots to mess with, and I saved the best for this handle
    24mm SilkSmoke knot

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    Didn't notice until after, the Bone Base has a deep 3D effect that looks like Clouds in the light
    I tried to catch the effect...

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    Yeah I like this one
     
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  2. swarden43

    swarden43 "It's your shave. Enjoy it your way."©

    I like it!
    I have one in elk you made several years ago. My wife bought it for me for Christmas.
    Always a smile on my face when it comes around in the rotation.
     
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  3. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    Nicely done! What type of sealant do you use?
     
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  4. Primotenore

    Primotenore missed opera tunity

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    Turned out great, Glen.
     
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  5. Enrico

    Enrico Popcorn

    Very cool!

    :eatdrink013:
     
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  6. gssixgun

    gssixgun At this point in time...

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    I use Marine Epoxy, to glue on the base and to glue in the knots, that seals the core of the antler so it doesn't rot out :)
     
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  7. Troy M

    Troy M Prep: Mephitis mephitis musk

    That simply looks amazing! Thank you for sharing!!
     
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