Turtle shell inserts in knives

[Joss]

Where does the turtle shell come from? My understanding is that it's completely illegal to harvest, so I suppose they are all taken from old artifact - but what kind?

Thanks,

Joss

 

[RogerP]

Probably combs and brushes and such - the handles of which were often crafted from tortoise.

Roger

 

[bob bowie]

How big are the sections? Old razors, knives, medical instruments, desk(and vanity) sets, etc... all used it at one time.

Perhaps there are stocks of pre-ban shell still available?

Spotted horn can also be used to fake a shell look.

 

[SharpByCoop]

It's probably the most sought-after or highly-regarded material for a folder. I'm sure because of the scarcity. It's sketchy crossing borders with it. Be careful.

Coop

 

[Ebbtide]

Bruce Evans made some faux tortise with translucent cowhorn, dye & gold leaf. (not my best pic )
Keep an eye out for those old brush and comb sets, could be worth a knife