Repairing Ivory

Rick · 11th November 2011, 04:31 PM

I'd be strongly tempted to use 2 part epoxy .
Very very carefully .

Sorry something broke ...

Battara · 11th November 2011, 04:48 PM

I've had great luck with 2 part epoxy and ivory.

CharlesS · 11th November 2011, 04:56 PM

Battara is a professional restorer, so he knows what he's doing, but if you are not, and really want the restoration done well, I strongy suggest finding a professional that specializes in ivory repair. It is no small feat, and a mistake can make the situation worse. The real problem with restoration of ivory is maintaining the consistent texture and color of what is already there.

....again, no easy feat!

11th November 2011, 04:31 PM	#1
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,378	I'd be strongly tempted to use 2 part epoxy . Very very carefully . Sorry something broke ...

11th November 2011, 04:48 PM	#2
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,352	I've had great luck with 2 part epoxy and ivory.

11th November 2011, 04:56 PM	#3
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,854	Battara is a professional restorer, so he knows what he's doing, but if you are not, and really want the restoration done well, I strongy suggest finding a professional that specializes in ivory repair. It is no small feat, and a mistake can make the situation worse. The real problem with restoration of ivory is maintaining the consistent texture and color of what is already there. ....again, no easy feat!