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Old 22nd April 2006, 10:42 PM   #29
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Originally Posted by ibeam
Rick,

I believe they are called ossic.

Hi there Ibeam,
long time no talk! Oosik are walrus' male genital organ and they are also perfect as knive scales, handles, and others, it can also be carved and polished to sheen like ivory.

Example of Walrus oosik baculum and a Damascus fighting bowie knife with oosik handle.
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