Glueing on antler overlays

[Buck Buckley]

want to put some deer antler overlays on one of my bows. What type of glue do you guys use. I will be glueing them on to bamboo. Thanks Buck

[Pat B]

I've had good luck with gel super glue or 2ton epoxy.    Pat

[Buck Buckley]

Thanks Pat, I think I'll try the epoxy

[ozarkcherrybow1]

I've had nothing but good results from the thick gel super glue and the activator spray. Have not tried the epoxy, but I'm sure it would be just as good.....Terry

[katie]

What do you boys think is the best way to sand down the antlers?  Kate

[John Scifres]

Here is an   Antler Tipalong  I did several years ago.

[Pat B]

Kate, I use sand paper, wood rasps, files and scrapers on antler. Most abrasive and cutting tools will work on antler.    Pat

[ozarkcherrybow1]

I like to shape the antler on my belt sander, held upside down, to very neer final shape before I glue them on. Then I use files to finish shaping, sandpaper to smooth out. Most important thing is to make sure your antler matches up with the limb as perfect as you can make it.