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Getting horn laminations from gemsbok horn.[Pics added]

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BowEd:
Temperature of heat should run into or close to 300 degrees at least to bend this stuff and remember the thinner it is the quicker it gets to that temperature.I use a laser thermometer.Handy gadget.It will burn if your not careful.If it is not too deep it'll be ok.I wave the heat gun accross back and forth over a 3 to 4 inch area about 2" away.You have to get the heat to penetrate the thicker stuff and it's best to do that gradually.

BowEd:
After is is straightened I mark a chalk line along the side for it to be ripped length wise.

BowEd:
I rip it.This can be done with a hacksaw by hand too.

BowEd:
The result.

BowEd:
A little more heat straightening the halfs and the result.

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