ChrisNicholls Posted January 26, 2006 Report Share Posted January 26, 2006 My son found an antler when beating on our shoot last week, he now wants me to turn it into a stick for him. Does it need any special treatment after cutting? (sealing etc,) How do you attach it to the shaft? Once I have selected and cut a shaft, how long does it need to season? Is now the right time to cut the shaft? Thanks, Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnskevena Posted January 27, 2006 Report Share Posted January 27, 2006 My son found an antler when beating on our shoot last week, he now wants me to turn it into a stick for him. Does it need any special treatment after cutting? (sealing etc,) How do you attach it to the shaft? Once I have selected and cut a shaft, how long does it need to season? Is now the right time to cut the shaft? Thanks, Chris. I cant answer ur question on seasoning antlers as i have never worked with antler or horn. There are different ways to attach handles. The load they have to bear is a factor. You can attach it by using a wooden dowel or a threaded bar.I dont attach handles to my sticks i only make one piece sticks but i have a friend who does so i will try to get some pictures of him attaching a handle and post them up here for you lad as a guide Now is the right time to cut your shank while the sap is not flowing in the trees as the season faster when cut now. Leave it season in a airy shed on the rafters or somewhere like that where you can lie it out flat and it should be ready to work with in between 6 -12 months time depending on the thickness of the shank you cut and the type of wood it is. Hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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