As far as I know, there is no manufacturer that specializes in making ox horn combs, because the grade of ox horn combs is not high. We know that ox horns are very short and very small, and the combs made are also very small, rarely more than 15cm, the price is generally 20-40 yuan, and rarely more than 70 yuan (extra large size). As for the problem of identification, it is actually very easy. The key points to distinguish white buffalo horns from yellow ox horns and sheep horns are as follows: Looking at the color, the color of white buffalo horns is white with green in it, often with dark black stripes, no bloodshot, and looks like jade when viewed against the light, crystal clear It is clear and looks very eye-catching; the color of ox horns varies greatly. When made into combs, one end is often light yellow and the other is light black. The permeability is poor, and most of them have lime-like spots; sheep horns are white with yellow inside, without stripes. Most of them are bloodshot, and you can see many filaments through the light (the cracks inside start from here). Second, the feel of the white buffalo horn comb is very delicate and greasy. It feels cool in the hand and feels so good that many people are reluctant to put it down. The feel of the horn comb is much different. It feels dry and rough in the hands, but not greasy. Ox horns feel much better than sheep horns, but far worse than buffalo horns. They don't feel greasy or cool.
Thirdly, look at the price. A real white buffalo horn comb is at least 100 yuan, while a sheep horn comb is generally less than 40 yuan. Remember that "good ones must be expensive." However, there are also merchants who take advantage of this to engage in price gouging.
Looking at the shape, buffalo horn combs are generally fuller and thicker, often made in the shape of horns, and come in many styles and are very unique. The horn comb is also made in the shape of an ox horn, but it is very thin and gives people a dry and flat feeling. The horn combs are all produced in Fujian. They are pressed at high temperatures and have a uniform style. There are not many styles, they are dull, and the thickness is thin, generally no more than 7 mm.
Five talks about health care. Buffalo horn is a commonly used Chinese medicinal material. Its effects are similar to rhino horn. It has the functions of clearing away heat, detoxifying, cooling blood, resolving acne, calming convulsions, strengthening the heart, anti-inflammatory, lowering blood lipids, etc. The medicinal effect is about one-twentieth of that of rhino horn. If you ask a Chinese medicine practitioner, you will know that rhino horn weighs more than 300,000 per kilogram, which is invisible to ordinary people. However, ox horn and sheep horn cannot be used as medicine, let alone health care. Only buffalo horn can be used. Combs have health benefits. Of course, if you want to cure a disease, you can't just comb your hair. You have to drink water boiled from buffalo horns. Previous picture of ox horn comb