Trying a new Tomahawk handle.

[andy52]

Never used Osage Orange for a handle before but as tough as this wood is it should make a good one.
I've never worked with this wood before and wasn't sure how to darken it. I know if you leave it out in the sun it will darken on its own.
I didn't want to wait that long so I decided to try Aquafortis on it. The Aquafortis made it pretty dark and highlighted the grain some, all in all, I think it came out pretty nice.

 

[Rod Man]

Yep, does look good! Over time should get even darker.

RM

 

[1dogdown]

The Osage is used in making long bows.It should do well.

 

[user 48679]

Very nice - It should last you for the life of the hawk.....

 

[andy52]

Very nice - It should last you for the life of the hawk.....

As long as someone doesn't throw at my handle in a match your probably right...

 

[Rod Man]

Yep.

The Osage is used in making long bows.It should do well.

RM