Deer bone for scales?

While I was cleaning the garage yesterday I saw a pair of deer hoofs that were hanging above the work bench. They were given to my brother with some venesin & have been hanging there collecting dust for about 14 years. Since I was bored and drunk I got the idea that I would strip one of them to the bone to see if perhaps I could make a set of scales out of them. Once I got all the sinue off I cleaned out the marrow and then gave them a light sanding with 80 grit then a sanding sponge. I have read allot on the subject of making scales but I have never made a set. I was hoping some one would give me some pointers on how to proceed from here, or if this is possible with the piece of bone I have before I spend time stripping the other one. The bones deimentions are 5&1/2" long 5/8" tall on one side 3/4" on the other & 3/4" wide. I also would like to know if it's possible to use the hoof/nail for a spacer? I personally do not hunt, but was raised by the motto "Don't kill it if your not going to eat it!!!". The venesine steaks were the best I have EVER had, and would love to put its paws to use finally.

Before pic
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/a...g?t=1296326742

After pics
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/a...g?t=1296326813
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/a...g?t=1296326861
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/a...g?t=1296327077


Thanks
Louis.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/custo...ne-scales.html

It depends on the bone and how it can be cut...

You have to stop all Biological processes first..
Some people use Bleach and water I use the Peroxide and water recipe myself...

Google "European Skull Mounts" and there will be recipes there of all types...


Warning: Cutting and Sanding natural bone can be dangerous to your health WEAR a respirator at all times including when you are brushing off your clothes....

Some parts of the bone are to thin to use, I used the back thigh bones of the elk and got some usable pieces...

If you can make it all work those will look sweet! :gl: