does anyone know what to stain antler with that will give it some dark color thank you
I have used an alcohol based dye
Potassium Permanganate
doug how do i use the potassium permanganate
Jackie, Potassium Permanganate is the way to go! After it is mixed it keeps in the container for a long time for later use.
I have tried alcohol based dye and ended up with varied results depending on the antler.
Steve
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Potomac Forge
where can you buy the potassium permanganate...thanks....on a side note a local taxidermist says plain ol dirt works good
Michael H. Mara Had this to say on Facebook yesterday^^
Michael H. Mara:
We paint Potassium Permanganate crystals dissolved in water on the antler to darken it. It's not a paint nor dye, simply a very powerful oxidizer. Takes quite a few coats to get the really dark brown color.
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He also added that it will stain anything it touches, and will dissolve the brush slightly.. :p
You can get it at Sears.. 7$ for a tiny bottle.
Boil it in tea works. I've used leather dye and you can buy actual antler stain from a taxidermy supply company.