I have two sgian dubhs blanks from Atlanta Cutlery and one Dirk. I am going to try and make antler handles. I have been told to cut the antler to the size needed for the grip, and boil them to make them soft and just shove the blade tang into it.
1st, is this the right or even the best method?
2nd, Should there be soemthing between the antler and the blade like a bit of metal or smething?
I obviously have NOT tried this sort of thing before and want to do it right.
This is going to be a gift for my Kilted lad for his Birthday in a few months.

help?



Oh yes, and any suggestions or sources for making/getting sheaths?