Source for horn handle material

Hi guys, I'm hoping you can help me out a little. I have a kukri with an uncomfortable handle and an almost perfect blade, so I'd like to rehandle it. I have a pretty good idea of how to do it, (famous last words, I know) but I need to know where I can find some horn to work with. Whether its from a water buffalo or a cow isn't too awfully important to me, just so long as its tough. Also, if anyone here has a lot of experience working with horn or kukris, I would apprciate any pointers. I have a few books on knifemaking, so I do have a general idea of what to expect, but the fewer surprises the better! TIA everyone.

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Jantz Supply's item number for buffalo horn is IS904, costs $6.95. I would recommend using corby bolts because buffalo horn is real easy to split when peening pins. The corbys are item number CP600 $1.35 each for brass, CP620 $1.50 for stainless, and CP610 $1.35 for nickel silver. I would recommend using three of them and some epoxy or dap weld wood contact cement. Devcon epoxy is item # DVE5 $2.99. Jantz's number is 18003518900. They usually get me an order in 3-5 days and have flat rate shipping of $6.95. Take care! Michael

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Follow L6's advice, he's right. If you need bigger pieces than scale size, give me a shout. I have a big ol' chunk in the shop, almost a full horn.

Jake
 
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