restoring antlers
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WildAntlerMan
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Come down to Antler Fest in Lehi if possible. I have brought back antlers that were around 4-10 years old, they look great.
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WildAntlerMan
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Yeah, but it gives it a un natural look, my way is pure natural but old chalcky antlers take time.
I don't mind spending some time on it. I've had great success coloring antlers and filling minor cracks. I'll try to post a few pics, but chalk just seams to soak everything up, natural or not. An antler stain I bought said to us latex paint before staining. Tried it. Looks terrible.
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WildAntlerMan
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I can but I dont think I could do it at Antler Fest, not that I couldnt get it done in that time but sure we will be really busy throughout the day. Bring one and I can take it home and do it.
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WildAntlerMan
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HHHMMMMM, maybe $1,000.000.00 dollars. }> JK, well talk at the show. See you in the morning at 6:30 for breakfast at I Hop Doug'ster.
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dleonard3
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I've had some success using Elmer's wood glue in the cracks, then immediately dry sanding. The loose antler chips and dust get packed into the glue filled cracks. When it's done, it looks pretty good. Try it on some smaller junk and see how it turns out. Don't over-do it, or you'll smooth out all the ridges and bumps, and that wouldn't look right.
By the way, that "WILD ANTLER MAGIC" is terrific stuff. I've used it and recommend it completely. I wish I could make it to the Antler Fest tomorrow, I would like to get my hands on some of the lighter color for desert muleys.
By the way, that "WILD ANTLER MAGIC" is terrific stuff. I've used it and recommend it completely. I wish I could make it to the Antler Fest tomorrow, I would like to get my hands on some of the lighter color for desert muleys.
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dleonard3
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If I remember right, I used English Walnut Minwax Gel stain. Take an old sock and work some Minwax into it so you can apply a light coat. Start a little heavier at the base (avoid the pedicle area) and work you way to a very light coat near the tips. While the stain is still wet, apply some forest dirt or ANTLER MAGIC, then let it dry for a day. Then rub it with some more dry dirt to knock the chunks off, and scrape the vein areas to lighten the color. A coat of clear paint will darken and seal the whole thing. Good luck, and let us know how it turns out.
I'll have to try the gel stain. I didn't really make myself clear. The mod podge isn't for coloring, it's a craft glue that is a lot like elmers.
WildAntlerMan. I'd love to see some before and afters of chalk you've restored.
Thanks for all of the tips guys. I'll have to test some of them
WildAntlerMan. I'd love to see some before and afters of chalk you've restored.
Thanks for all of the tips guys. I'll have to test some of them
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toughshed
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Take the chalker and deposit in the nearest bush. Nature will restore it after 20 years or so...;
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WildAntlerMan
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I will get some pictures upload and post them, some of you seen some at Antler Fest we had done. I picked up one job while their on about a 170-180 set which are about 10-15 years old. I will get some before and afters of them as well, Doug seen them so he will know the outcome whn finished.
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WildAntlerMan
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Here is a set I am working on for a customer, some before and after. These we figure are about 10-15 years. Sorry about the dates on camera, just got a new one. LOL old.
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WildAntlerMan
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When I get them done, I will talk to him and see what he wants to do. At Antler Fest he said he would like to get them on one of your skulls. I'll keep you informed.
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shedbow
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LAST EDITED ON Jun-19-08 AT 09:17PM (MST)[p]LAST EDITED ON Jun-19-08 AT 09:17?PM (MST)
I've tried stains, which work great if you have the right shade, but a free and easy way to do it is to mix up some mud and smear on the antler. Some of the natural coloration comes from walering in the mud holes anywise. Looks almost natural.
I've tried stains, which work great if you have the right shade, but a free and easy way to do it is to mix up some mud and smear on the antler. Some of the natural coloration comes from walering in the mud holes anywise. Looks almost natural.
