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bUrNtKoOlAiD t1_ixzwe4x wrote

What kind of tool(s) do you use? This is fantastic!

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_ixzzesl wrote

I use dremal and dental tool

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bUrNtKoOlAiD t1_ixzzl08 wrote

Thanks. Thanks. Thanks. ; )

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy002af wrote

You are welcome!

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pinktwinkie t1_iy134n0 wrote

Have you ever tried a chainsaw file? It would clog?

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy1682w wrote

I use a dremel, I only saw big pieces of horn

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Rogue42bdf t1_iy17h6y wrote

I believe they are talking about a tool used to sharpen a chainsaw chain.

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy17qnt wrote

Ah, damn it. My Google translator doesn't understand jokes, and so do I :) Thanks!

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Magicalunicorny t1_iy2agr2 wrote

I just realized from this comment that there are probably a lot of people that use Google translate to communicate on reddit.

That's super cool, thank you for that.

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adrifing t1_iy2b15m wrote

Seconded this comment. I seriously never gave it a lot of thought until this here.

Makes a lot more sense, thank you.

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NoOutlandishness4363 t1_ixzxigj wrote

How did you get the holes so smooth, sandpaper?

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_ixzznrt wrote

I use sandpaper, a grinder and grinding pastes, and I rub oil at the end

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Bear4224 t1_iy20sj8 wrote

Could you explain about the oil a little please? And is it applicable to woodworking, or just this material?

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U81b4i t1_iy3ybjs wrote

I have been learning this process and wonder if you have the same issues that I do when grinding antler. Does the smell make you super nauseated? I am trying to work around it, but it triggers me for some reason. I use antler from white tail deer but I also smell it when I grind bone material as well. Any tricks to cover it would be appreciated. Nice work

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy4bhx0 wrote

I already get used to it. The strongest smell is when sawing the antlers apart. I work in a respirator.

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U81b4i t1_iy4c4y9 wrote

Thanks for the info. It is one of those smells that is hard to explain. It sticks with me for days. I will have to try a better respirator because I only used one of the generic ones and it did not help smell at all. It is worse than burnt hair imo. Ideally, I want to make a full chess set using bone for black and antler for white pieces.

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy4e7pv wrote

I do not advise you to do this if you are so hard to tolerate this smell. Any job should be fun. My wife can't stand the smell either. I have to leave my work clothes in the workshop :)

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U81b4i t1_iy4fgzo wrote

Exactly why I asked. Was wondering if it just takes a little time to become tolerant. Hits a strange spot for me and I can tolerate a lot of bad smells. This one is just different. And my wife also hates it and insisted that I stop the last time I tried it. She even washed those clothes separately but I could still smell it on the clothing for a few cycles. Thanks for the advice.

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy4g660 wrote

Get into woodworking. I hope you (and your wife) enjoy it :)) I wish you good luck!

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Poeticyst t1_iy10tfl wrote

That’s some Baratheon shit right there.

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Xleyx t1_ixzc52h wrote

Oh wow!! Do you have a shop where I can purchase your work?

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_ixzh6kn wrote

Please look at my profile

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lookamazed t1_iy1dy88 wrote

I just bought a hair pin from you. It arrived a few weeks ago. Thank you!!!

Everyone else: You must buy this craft work. Do not delay.

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy394gh wrote

Oh, thank you very much! I'm very pleased! I hope you enjoy this hairpin for a long time!

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GoingMenthol t1_iy0s9ab wrote

I was gonna ask about what it looks like when worn and saw your other posts and different designs, they all look amazing :)

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy0tbzk wrote

Unfortunately I can't show you. This hairpin has already found its owner. I'll wait for a review with a photo :)

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TheWitherBear t1_iy159x7 wrote

This looks like a Halo energy sword!!

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owleealeckza t1_iy0ths8 wrote

Reminds me of something they'd give to the antler queen on Yellowjackets.

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Poeticyst t1_iy110mx wrote

Should I watch that show? I avoid knowing as much as possible about anything when I watch stuff.

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owleealeckza t1_iy173j1 wrote

That show is fantastic. The second season is currently being filmed, so if you do watch it then you'll not have to wait too long for another season.

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Poeticyst t1_iy17atb wrote

Right on, thanks. You should check out The Night Of, or Mare of Easttown. Both A+

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Crazyhates t1_iy15z80 wrote

Do you coat these in anything to preserve it or is that unnecessary because of the medium? I'd figure the natural oils in our hair would affect it over time.

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neededtowrite t1_iy22awt wrote

I'm gonna start titling all my work shit like this. Customer Quarterly Review, Me, Excel, 2022.

Great job on the antler.

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King_of_the_Dot t1_iy1dd9y wrote

This is quite lovely. Im a guy, and I would love to use this in my hair.

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy39b3b wrote

I sometimes make hairpins for guys. They are more strict in form. But guys with long hair and business are happy to wear them.

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shebarelyscreamed t1_iy29p6p wrote

This looks beautiful! I’d love to own something like this. Definitely something I’d wear a lot 😍

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staythewayzaway t1_iy2p4sq wrote

That had to smell horrible while working on it.

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy36ib8 wrote

Oh yeah! You're right. I work in a respirator

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8ecca8ee t1_iy3dc9y wrote

You could use a nurses technique of putting an essential oil in your mask to help normally they use menthol but spruce or lemongrass could be nice as well

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FreakingFreeze t1_iy2s9hg wrote

I know it's a hair pin but the gamer in me says that's a primitive version of the Energy Sword.

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danes1977 t1_iy2ubgs wrote

Okay, so anyone else see Sauron? 🤔

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Arningkingking t1_iy37kn9 wrote

this is beautiful! Where could we see your other works?

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QueenofBlades-Xula t1_iy37x96 wrote

I looked at your reddit post history and saw your other works of art, you really have talent. You have a keen attention to detail and an amazing imagination.

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[deleted] t1_iy3mxe7 wrote

Well thats good!! I wouldn't want you hurting yourself now!

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chorusgirl96 t1_iy44tcr wrote

This makes me wish I had long hair. Not enough to actually grow it back out, but damn it’s beautiful

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Astra_the_Dragon t1_iy0gj7k wrote

Very pretty, but it would be a nightmare to actually use with all those holes and hooks ready to catch and tangle hair.

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Top_Lifeguard_5408 OP t1_iy0gvc1 wrote

No, all smooth curves are ground and polished

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Astra_the_Dragon t1_iy0h2mu wrote

Unfortunately that's not enough. I had long, wavy hair for fifteen years and I'm certain that even in the best circumstances this would get tangled up.

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Astra_the_Dragon t1_iy0h6ov wrote

I do want to reiterate that it looks cool af. But not practical.

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8ecca8ee t1_iy3chkm wrote

Wow you just really like to throw hate around eh

Maybe learn how to use hair pins properly or just don't buy something that wouldn't work with your hair... personally I have hair that is almost waist length and thick and I think this would be a lovely price. Perhaps you just need more experience in how to do up dos so you don't get it caught up....don't blame a product for user error!!

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