Lucky Horn with Tapered Acorn Finial
I was thinking, if I remembered correctly, that the acorn has long been considered a symbol of good fortune and potential. Being the highly qualified historian that I am, I Googled it, and I was right. The reason the acorn is held in such high esteem and with such expectation is that, throughout history, there have been some mighty big oak trees that grew from itty-bitty acorns.
This little powder horn ain't made in the liking of any one historical horn. Rather, it is a Frankonfusion of different styles and elements of old horns I have seen and held. If you need something more specific than that, I would classify it as having Virginian influences.
It measures 8.75" across and 9.5" along the curve. The tip is pinned, normally making such a thing a bit more challenging to fill. However, this little beauty holds a secret. Its finial (which is a fancy word for that acorn-shaped button on the base plug to which you attach a strap) is a pressure-fitted tapered plug that pops out with a little convincing. While this horn is of a diminutive size, it will hold plenty of powder to take on your next deer hunt...that is unless you carry a wall gun.
And who knows, if you use this powder horn, that little spike yearling you drop by mistake? It could well be a Boone-and-Crocket contender by the time you drag out of the woods. Just sayin'.
Caring for your powder horn.
Horn items are susceptible to moth and beetle damage. The best thing you can do to avoid this damage is simply to fill it with black powder and use it. If you plan to store your horn, you might be tempted to put it in a box and tuck it away on the top shelf next to the extra towels in the second bedroom where it's good and dry. Giving in to this temptation, may not be a sin, but it's pretty close. You'll be storing up your treasure where moth doth corrupt. You see, worms prefer to dine in the darkness. Instead, when you ain't using it, hang it up on display and let it shine for everyone to see. But be forewarned: they will be bound to ask, "where did you get that powder horn?" And you can say, "from K. Carter, hornsmith, at KC-Hornworks.com."
One last thing: It's always kinda nice to give your powder horn a name. It's just one more way of showing your horn that you really do care.
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