Jigged bone

flatgrinder

flatgrinder

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What is the general consensus on jigged bone scales? Is it considered to be an inferior handle material or pretty decent?

Just wondering because since it pretty hard to find stag scales in a decent size these days, would jigged bone provide for a "stag-like" look ... or is it basically considered a cheap imitation?

Also, how durable is it? Since antler and bone are both similar in structure, would I be correct in assuming they are equivalently durable?

Thanks! :thumbup:
 
Jigged bone is made from cow bone and dyed to obtain it's color. Cow bone is extremely hard and durable. However the jigged bone is thin when finished about 1/4" +or- in thickness.
I bought some for a knife I was working on but without a liner under them they are too thin for the knife I had planned to use them on. The handle is just not right in thickness for that thin of slab.
For the right knife they would probably be alright. Its not stag though, but is similar and I suppose given the right application,, they will give that look.
 
I feel that it is tough, but personally won't buy it for anything other than slipjoints. Looks cheap to me on a FB, and some self done jigging looks atrocious.
 
There are thick bone slabs available that are jigged to look like stag. Check the knifemakers' suppliers. Look for "Imistag."
 
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