Powder Horn – Large

Powder Horn - Large

This Powder Horn - Large measures approx. 15" long,  about 2" - 3" longer than average powder horns. This Powder Horn comes with a hand made hemp strap that is 1" wide and approx. 40" long.  Fitted wooden closures seal both ends.
Historical Re-enactors will find this powder horn a striking addition to their kit. So do not pass up this chance to get it for yourself!
Powder horns are containers used to hold gunpowder. Historically, soldiers made Powder Horns from cows, oxen or buffalo horns. Natural horn has the advantage of being waterproof and already hollow inside. Stoppers of wood or bone or horn were placed at each end of the horn. A soldier filled the horn with gunpowder at the large end, and dispensed powder from the smaller end.
Soldiers sometimes decorated their Powder Horns with carvings or inlays. They usually carried them with a long strap over their shoulder.
The Wandering Bull offers Powder Horns as collectible items. Historical re-enactors also use Powder Horns as part of their kit.
You can choose from our standard stock Powder Horn or one of the One of a Kind horns that we acquire from other collectors.
One of a Kind!
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SKU: 2222-001-656

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