Submitted by Mark Penninger on 11/21/99. ( markp@eoni ) 192.216.239.133
How do I get bighorn horn sheaths back on when they have been off so long that they've shrunk and developed wrinkles along the opening edge? This is a pick up, large 9 yr old ram, and the customer wants a skull mount. I just don't know how to reinstall the horns! Any suggestions would be much appreciated.
This response submitted by Jeff T. Becker on 11/21/99. ( ) 216.28.128.128
we just use our hand held grinder and start taking down the core until you have a good horn fit! Just remember to turn on the exaust fan or do it outside. Good luck.
This response submitted by Mark Penninger on 11/23/99. ( ) 192.216.239.150
Its the horn sheaths that have shrunk too much. If I grind them so they fit, the first 4" of horn would be gone. Could I soak them in water and pry them open?
This response submitted by Lars on 11/25/99. ( judithmt@lewistown.net ) 206.127.67.101
Jeff stated correctly, grind the CORE ,which is the bone,not the horn ,till it fits.And check thoroughly with game laws in your state.....pick-up Bighorn horns are a no-no in most areas.Have they been plugged by fish and game?