Friday, September 14, 2012

Billy Griner Powder Horn

Here is a Billy Griner contemporary powder horn. It is made in the overall form of a Harnett County, North Carolina horn with a twist. The applied tip is made of two parts- turned antler and pewter. The base band is delicately turned from pewter as well. The engraving is a synthesis of BillyGriner's signature Satilla River vine work and traditional southern folk art. The focal point in the engraving is a brace of fighting cocks. The base is turned from black walnut. While not readily apparent from the photos, the horn has a nice subtle double-twist.

Mr. Griner is known for his contemporary take on traditional forms and this powder horn is his latest piece in that vein. The judges at the 2012 Dixon's Gunmakers Fair awarded this horn with a Judge's Choice ribbon in the engraved horn category. 



More of Billy's work can be seen at Billy Griner.

Copy and photos supplied by Rick Sheets.

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