How to make a COPPER INFUSED ANTLER RING!

[@usskullhunter]

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[@stormyeffects4795]

I had no idea how badly I wanted one of these until now. Thank you for the ideas

[@usskullhunter]

haha you bet!

[@carolynelliott1965]

This makes my creative brain go crazy, can’t wait to get started , so many possibilities

[@usskullhunter]

Great to hear!

[@blackmesaoutdoors4863]

Pretty creative! The ring turned out great! It’ll be interesting to see the glow in the dark rings!

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks! Yes, I am pretty excited about that :D

[@Hadrada.]

@@usskullhunter hi can I use Stirling silver dust for this Thanks

[@usskullhunter]

Yup!@@Hadrada.

[@Hadrada.]

@@usskullhunter thanks

[@richardabbott5601]

Had to wait for deer season, but I have an antler and will be trying it out. Will try to send a picture of the finished project

[@usskullhunter]

Awesome! Thanks for watching

[@janicescragg2388]

🇨🇦 Thank you so much for sharing this. It opens up so many possibilities. I started out researching ways to clean bone for carving and fell down this marvelous rabbit hole. 🐰 Your videos are very well done and super informative. Again, thank you.

[@usskullhunter]

You bet! Glad you found me :)

[@katiegreathouse6798]

I really want to get into this! The house we bought the guy left so many mule sheds behind and I really want to do something with them. Love your videos thank you for you inspiration and wisdom!

[@usskullhunter]

Nice! Yeah definitely give it a go

[@Thirikalee]

I am in amazement! Very very cool; seems doable and I don’t need fancy equipment to just give it a try. Good explanations, too! Thank you.

[@usskullhunter]

You bet!

[@CorneliusCreations]

Dude! I loved it!!

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks Matt :D

[@JunkWorkshop]

Great piece Hunter 👍🏻 Very nice editing

[@usskullhunter]

Thank you!!

[@wtmccain1]

What is the copper powder you use?

[@noooooho]

4:30 what size bit is that

[@usskullhunter]

1/2 inch

[@baylorbear6566]

Another awesome video Hunter! That ring turned out amazing, I will definitely be giving this a try when my Dremel comes in.

[@usskullhunter]

Nice Baylor!

[@tanyalouth5033]

Will epoxy powder work to Infuse color in the rings?

[@clackersclarke4450]

I just happen to have everything on hand. So this weekend`s project is sorted. Cheers.

[@usskullhunter]

Sweeeet!

[@mrbonescuriosityshopwithsp3158]

You nailed it, dude! Fantastic!

[@usskullhunter]

Thank you!!

[@josecanyousee56]

Dude, cool ring.

[@usskullhunter]

haha thanks :)

[@tinaharbit1806]

Wow! My mind is blown!

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks :D

[@Keith-rk4td]

Thanks Bro!! Making one right now!!

[@usskullhunter]

Awesome to hear!

[@HyBrithe]

What did I do wrong? I did everything described in the video; shook the copper powder down, used thin CA glue, let it sit over night. Then I drilled out the center to discover the CS glue only went down less than a 1/8" both sides. The copper in the middle of the ring was still powder and I lost it all after drilling. Has this happened to anyone else and how do you fix it? Am I using to strong of a glue? Is there something thinner than thin? Did I pack down the copper powder to tightly? I have more copper powder and elk antler blanks to try again but want to make sure I do it right this time.

[@TylerTheGreat62]

I’m also having this same problem. Any input would be awesome

[@usskullhunter]

Hey sorry for the delay in responding. Do you know what brand of CA glue you are using?

[@shawnangleton6490]

Killer work man! Much respect!

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks Shawn!

[@williepirie5329]

Stunning sir

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks Willie!

[@tinaharbit1806]

My practice ring has slender pockets where the pink I used did not fill. What would be your suggestion as to finishing it? Do you seal it with anything?

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Tina! Use CA glue to fill in any gaps and to seal the whole ring. This will also protect the inlay from sweat as well.

[@bigmamaerica]

what kind of drill bit was that you used to drill out the hole for the ring? and what kind of clamp? I just started making rings and I'm encountering difficulties with breaking the antler pieces. I've been cutting them into thinner rounds and using a drill press with the rounds in a jig but I wanna try your method.

[@usskullhunter]

Here is the clamp I use. I actually use this thing all the time and love it amzn.to/3OCpOlu The drill bit was just a typical 1/2 bit, nothing special

[@RickSeehaver]

I am assuming the copper power will turn your finger green ?

[@usskullhunter]

No because t copper is encased in the CA glue

[@taylohrterhune5440]

Do you think that if I took this and added a bit of Mica Turquoise colored powder would it look nice? Do you think the copper and that Mica powder would go well together?

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Taylohr! Yes, actually. I have done both and a mix would be pretty cool.

[@ValerieOstvik]

Yep, that was pretty satisfying haha.

[@usskullhunter]

Haha thanks for watching Valerie :)

[@richardabbott5601]

Your video has my interest for both a ring and possibly more. I turn blanks for pen kits, and some are deer antler. I was wondering if the same process would work on a 2 inch piece of antler? I believe it will really add more to a special project. Thanks and will have to check out more of your videos

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Richard! I would think it would work. Did you ever end up giving it a try?

[@DougPABowhunter]

Awesome video I would love to try this

[@usskullhunter]

Do it Doug!

[@JackieSSSSt]

Would it work to cut the bulk of the middle hole first and then add the copper powder to save product? Or am I just being cheap. 😂

[@usskullhunter]

Yup, you can absolutely do that!

[@jonvandergraaf7268]

have you seen any longevity issues, tarnishing, patina or turning your finger colors because of the copper? I want to try this with some moose I have for all my hunting buddies.

[@djwhite8490]

I'm curious as well

[@jonvandergraaf7268]

@@djwhite8490 if you end up making one before we get an answer let me know how it goes, I will do the same here!

[@djwhite8490]

@@jonvandergraaf7268 I'm going to try some copper colored embossing powder. It shouldn't cause any of the discoloration of skin or ring but still be beautiful. I'll let you knownhow that goes too!

[@djwhite8490]

@@jonvandergraaf7268 I made a pair of earrings using turquoise colored embossing powder to fill an engraving. It looks great and has a nice shine after polishing it but it doesn't fill those little holes in the marrow nearly as well. It's definitely easier to get and in different colors too.

[@jonvandergraaf7268]

@@djwhite8490 first send a picture of the earrings. I have used the embossing powder too, I like crushing my own rock for my powder. Did you ever end up using the copper? I think I'm going to try the brass powder from the link below, less chance of turning skin colors or patinaing (if that's a real word).

[@aaronoverby4830]

Will this work with copper in wood as well?

[@usskullhunter]

Yup!

[@paulcarr4005]

hi ive just made a ring canyou please tell me what i can seal it with so it wont absorb water and go soft .many thanks

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Paul! So you can either add CA glue to the outside which will both strengthen the ring and protect it, or just buff with beeswax.

[@ronniesilvio1385]

I love your videos! I’m 65 years old and recently retired and have been looking for a hobby. I am excited to give this shot! Can you recommend some sites to buy antlers as well as the glue and metal powers you use? Thank you so much, Tex!

[@usskullhunter]

Hey Tex! Sorry for the delayed response. Check out my friend John who sells a ton of antlers www.etsy.com/shop/JJAntlers?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1371937545&fbclid=IwAR30XZhRAGJzG_-WVTH3G3iQU2NQ4eODK2Z3quCRa0C27WnQheTE1jOnZOU

[@usskullhunter]

This is the brand of CA glue I use stonetooling.com/satellite-city-instant-ca-glue/?scid=scplp20.00201&sc_intid=20.00201&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmNeqBhD4ARIsADsYfTfBvdcFRMizTADSulWxE4SzdeqNiCBKuqTURCzj8eMxjPy2LlwtxyQaAmFIEALw_wcB

[@johnmichaels4330]

This is awesome, thank you.

[@usskullhunter]

You bet!

[@bek_key]

Hey there, epic piece by the way! How do you use the beeswax to polish it? Do mix beeswax and turpentine? Bek

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks Bek! Just straight up beeswax is fine. The friction of polishing it helps melt the wax into the ring for a good finish.

[@bek_key]

@@usskullhunter Thanks heaps 🙂

[@michelemartaus]

How long does it take the CA glue to dry for one side? I bought the exact brand that you recommended. Thank you.

[@usskullhunter]

Shouldn't take that long but I would let it sit for an hour

[@unclemoe5733]

Sweet!❤

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks :)

[@travishowe3901]

Awesome Skull Hunter! Curious if you know how long it might take a fairly fresh antler to dry out enough and be porous enough for this to work. The one I have still shows some pink and is fairly solid, don't think anything will pass into it. Thanks, great stuff!

[@usskullhunter]

Well, that is a good question. I don't have a definite answer but my thought would be 6-8 months

[@ludmilahlavackova3301]

Co je to to černé? A to co tam kape?

[@terryswails1191]

Where can you buy the antler slabs,?? I would love to make one of these, Awesomely Beautiful, great job

[@usskullhunter]

Go on Etsy and search "Antler Slices" and a bunch of options will come up. Just make sure they will be thick enough.

[@frankdaze2353]

That’s cool dude

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks Frank!

[@dianedennisantonovitch4488]

Where to you buy copper powder?

[@usskullhunter]

Hey! This is the company I buy my powder from www.grizzly.com/search?q=%28copper+AND+powder%29+OR+%28copper+OR+powder

[@Casafraga344]

very good video! is that beef bone?

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks! I used deer antler

[@mikemullen8601]

This turned out amazing, I'll definitely be giving this a shot. Just out of curiosity, what purpose does the beeswax serve?

[@usskullhunter]

It just helps polish the ring and adds another layer of protection against moisture.

[@blueridgetomt]

web address is returning an error?

[@usskullhunter]

I am in the works of building a new one :)

[@groverbundy899]

Cool video

[@usskullhunter]

Thanks!

[@joshlower1]

The great buck lord forged in secret the one ring, into which he pulled the greater part of his will.

[@usskullhunter]

:)

[@nickvan4514]

Looks like the majority of the powder went to the middle where it will be drilled out. Perhaps a circle sticker in the middle.

[@usskullhunter]

Yes, you are correct. I have since just put a dowel rod in the middle. A sticker would probably do the job too. Thanks for watching!

[@dutchdingus8419]

Why doesn’t this channel have more subscribers, cause there is a lack of them lol

[@usskullhunter]

Lol thanks?

[@BeeBait]

I always use the CA glue after for the polish. But this looks a bit more natural, not as shiny. I like it a lot, I'll have to polish with beeswax or something after instead.

[@usskullhunter]

I will actually do that as well. Does a good job of sealing and weather proofing it eh :)

[@BeeBait]

@@usskullhunter yup, my mother wore her triple colored pine ring out for mothers day and said she loves how it shines. Sent warm fuzzies into my heart! I've been trying to play with red resin and bone and see how that turns out, gotta wait for them to cure...

[@usskullhunter]

@@BeeBait Nice! Let me know how that goes

[@wolfcat1998]

Looks like I finally have a use for all those antler cutoffs that my ex father in law gave me. He was gonna throw them away, but I was sure I'd find something to do with them. Ten years later, turns out I was right. That's one point for my hoarder tendencies, 0 points everyone else.

[@usskullhunter]

Hahaha yes!!

[@gpdory]

Have you ever tried this using terracotta powder

[@usskullhunter]

I have not. I googled that but just makeup stuff comes up. Is that what you are talking about?

[@gpdory]

@@usskullhunter no the terracotta powder is used to tint grouting

[@dude8223]

Wouldn't copper turn your finger green? It's a beautiful ring.

[@usskullhunter]

The copper is encased in the CA glue so it does not corrode.

[@TylerTheGreat62]

Anybody else finding that the glue only sinks in a small amount and when you drill the hole, all the copper in the middle falls out?

[@usskullhunter]

Are you using thin viscosity glue?

[@anotherjoshua]

Dude, why aren't you wearing a mask?!!!

[@usskullhunter]

lol I am, just not while I'm talking