Powder Horns & Kits

Powder horns, most commonly used with eighteenth century muskets, were used to carry gunpowder. Powder horns were generally crafted from a cow or buffalo horn, along with nonferrous metal parts to ensured that the powder would not be detonated by sparks during storage and loading. Horn was also naturally waterproof and already hollow inside, so it made a perfect choice from readily available material.