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I made the hole a bit oblong, tapered it so it was smaller inside. In a black horn, I inserted a plug of white horn [epoxy] and polished it. Then I engraved, on the plug, the date I made the horn. Looks entirely planned. Polecat
 
Polecat:
Thanks. That sounds like a GREAT fix!! I'm sure it looks very "natural" for the time period. If I might make one suggestion for future "repairs"? When you mix your epoxy add 1 drop of Tobacco Brown alcohol Stain from Stewart MacDonald. It will give you that "Pitch glue" color/look of a repair made in the 17 or 1800's. I have a bunch of the stain left from my luthier days; before my stroke, when I could still build a guitar.
Thank you for your time. I'd like to see the repair, got a pic.? It sounds impressive. I get a kick out of folks resourcefulness. Stay safe.
God bless:
Two Feathers
 
Www.tarsmell.com

I love the authentic smell of authentic Stockholm tar! I use it on bags, hats, ropework and of course wood. The smell is not for everyone but when looking for an authentic look and feel - the smell does not last forever and is much 'sweeter' then the black stuff sold at Feed stores for use on horses (it is more of a 'honey brown' in color)

One might try picking up a pint and use a few drops in epoxy .... I personally have tried mixing it - I just Slop it on raw and take a deep breath!
 
I've seen pictures of reproduction horns that had been "fake patched" with a bit of sheet tin or copper and made to look really old and original. I don't know If that is a real and documented historical practice, so maybe some of the members could weigh in. I think the "patches" were held in place with small nails or pins and some kind of adhesive.
 
I have NO idea what Stockholm Tar is Mad L, but it sounds interesting. How does one use it and what is it for?

As for nailed patches. I have an antiques restoration specialist friend locally; who patches horn with sheet tin and very small Brass Doll House brads. Then he ages the patch. It looks extremely convincing when he's finished. If it ISN'T PC... it should be.
Thanks for all of your time and input guys.
God bless:
Two Feathers
 
I have NO idea what Stockholm Tar is Mad L, but it sounds interesting. How does one use it and what is it for?

As for nailed patches. I have an antiques restoration specialist friend locally; who patches horn with sheet tin and very small Brass Doll House brads. Then he ages the patch. It looks extremely convincing when he's finished. If it ISN'T PC... it should be.
Thanks for all of your time and input guys.
God bless:
Two Feathers
Stockholm Tar
 
I have NO idea what Stockholm Tar is Mad L, but it sounds interesting. How does one use it and what is it for?
God bless:
Two Feathers

Stockholm tar is the original tar that was made centuries ago for sealing tall ships (wooden ships), was also used on ropes. It is made pure pine tar. "Stockholm" is one of the purest and only a few places today make the Real Deal (tarsmell being one).

Aside from tall ships and rope it has had Many uses through history such as a water resistant for clothing and hats - one style of has was even called a "Tar Pot Hat" due to the amount of tar used to waterproof it. It has even been used in medical purposes and still is today for livestock. However most livestock tar you find today is the black stuff with very little odor compared to real Stockholm.

It has, since the 1400s, been used to waterproof bags and sacks and even shoes. However most of the 'hard core' reenactors today that I have come across and already knew about using tar will point you to their nearest Farm & Feed store - the black stuff - not even aware of True Stockholm.

If you have a barn or a farm, or just interested in real history, order a pint and check it out!
Coat a canvas bag with it, let it set outside for a week or two (smell is Potent at first); you will be Amazed at the look and feel you get...and heads will turn when you walk in the room, for the next few months they will Smell you before the even See you.....I personally Love it!

Oh, and they Pine tar soap, hand cream, and I see now even After Shave (wow, I gotta try that!)
 
Polecat:
Thanks. That sounds like a GREAT fix!! I'm sure it looks very "natural" for the time period. If I might make one suggestion for future "repairs"? When you mix your epoxy add 1 drop of Tobacco Brown alcohol Stain from Stewart MacDonald. It will give you that "Pitch glue" color/look of a repair made in the 17 or 1800's. I have a bunch of the stain left from my luthier days; before my stroke, when I could still build a guitar.
Thank you for your time. I'd like to see the repair, got a pic.? It sounds impressive. I get a kick out of folks resourcefulness. Stay safe.
God bless:
Two Feathers
I will send a picture tomorrow. And may God continually bless you. Polecat
 
This horn was badly cracked, after getting all the parts realigned I used rawhide, scraped fairly thin, soaked in warm water, patted it dry, put hide glue on one side laid it on the horn and used some heavily waxed string wound evenly to hold it on while it cured. The string came off without a hitch, clean up is simple and the horn had been going strong for about five or six years now.
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Robby
 
This horn was badly cracked, after getting all the parts realigned I used rawhide, scraped fairly thin, soaked in warm water, patted it dry, put hide glue on one side laid it on the horn and used some heavily waxed string wound evenly to hold it on while it cured. The string came off without a hitch, clean up is simple and the horn had been going strong for about five or six years now.
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Robby
Robby:
Thanks buddy... Good job, looks GREAT!!
God bless:
Two Feathers
 
I will send a picture tomorrow. And may God continually bless you. Polecat
Two Feathers. When I lost my first wife to cancer I removed her name and date of making. When I remarried I put Betty on the horn but never replaced the date. Here are a couple of pictures of the horn … and patch. Polecat
 

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