Chan Eil Whiskers
Fumbling about.
Some time ago a member generously gave me a broken brush to restore. I've finally decided (I think) on which knot I want to use to replace the broken knot in the brush I was given.
I'm seeking advice on how to do it right.
The old Thater handle is a nice beehive shape. I believe it's acrylic resin, lathe turned, but I'm certainly not sure about that. In any case it's a substantial handle and one I like.
The knot I'm thinking I want to use is the Maggard 70/30 which measures, according to Maggard, at 26mm, and is a total height from base of plug to tips of 70mm.
My original Thater Premium Boar (the one I owned, not this one but they should be the same) had a knot which I measured as a 27mm knot with a 58mm loft. I had read it was a 26 mm knot, but mine measured at the base (above the opening) 27 mm with my calipers.
I'lm thinking I'll first try to steam the old knot out. Assuming that won't work how should I drill it out? I have a portable household hand drill and a Dremel; my Dremel can be fixed with my vise. The photo ^ is of a vendor's set up but mine is functionally the same, and solid albeit horizontal. I do not have a drill press. I don't have a lathe. I don't really know jack about how to drill out the old knot without hosing the entire project.
My assumption is I'll attempt to remove all the old glue and all remnants of the old knot. Then I'll put some silicone adhesive into the hole and stick the new knot in. I do plan to initially use silicone so I can see if I like the loft, etc. and adjust as needed. I may replace it with epoxy once I know I like the loft and such.
There are a number of types of silicon available. Which one is the right one? Brand? Color? Type? I assume I need very little. I'm going to be buying on Amazon.
If you think the 26 mm Maggard knot is not going to work I'd appreciate you telling me and advising me on what to use, particularly what size knot. I've not ordered the knot yet. I tend to like two bands and boars. I have no idea what the final loft will be once this project is completed, but I'm hoping I won't have to modify the handle (other than just removing what Thater installed).
I know the general advice is to drill the hole first, measure it, and then order the knot. I've read that one should get a knot somewhat smaller than the hole, but I'm not sure exactly what that means as I've also been told a 26 mm knot should work in a 26 mm hole. In other words, I'm a rank beginner here and kinda confused about some of the basics even though I've read a lot.
Any advice would be appreciated. I'm not particularly handy. I'm a bit apprehensive about attempting this, but I'm determined to go ahead and to make good use of this handle; I've put it off too long already.
Happy shaves,
Jim
I'm seeking advice on how to do it right.
The old Thater handle is a nice beehive shape. I believe it's acrylic resin, lathe turned, but I'm certainly not sure about that. In any case it's a substantial handle and one I like.
The knot I'm thinking I want to use is the Maggard 70/30 which measures, according to Maggard, at 26mm, and is a total height from base of plug to tips of 70mm.
My original Thater Premium Boar (the one I owned, not this one but they should be the same) had a knot which I measured as a 27mm knot with a 58mm loft. I had read it was a 26 mm knot, but mine measured at the base (above the opening) 27 mm with my calipers.
I'lm thinking I'll first try to steam the old knot out. Assuming that won't work how should I drill it out? I have a portable household hand drill and a Dremel; my Dremel can be fixed with my vise. The photo ^ is of a vendor's set up but mine is functionally the same, and solid albeit horizontal. I do not have a drill press. I don't have a lathe. I don't really know jack about how to drill out the old knot without hosing the entire project.
My assumption is I'll attempt to remove all the old glue and all remnants of the old knot. Then I'll put some silicone adhesive into the hole and stick the new knot in. I do plan to initially use silicone so I can see if I like the loft, etc. and adjust as needed. I may replace it with epoxy once I know I like the loft and such.
There are a number of types of silicon available. Which one is the right one? Brand? Color? Type? I assume I need very little. I'm going to be buying on Amazon.
If you think the 26 mm Maggard knot is not going to work I'd appreciate you telling me and advising me on what to use, particularly what size knot. I've not ordered the knot yet. I tend to like two bands and boars. I have no idea what the final loft will be once this project is completed, but I'm hoping I won't have to modify the handle (other than just removing what Thater installed).
I know the general advice is to drill the hole first, measure it, and then order the knot. I've read that one should get a knot somewhat smaller than the hole, but I'm not sure exactly what that means as I've also been told a 26 mm knot should work in a 26 mm hole. In other words, I'm a rank beginner here and kinda confused about some of the basics even though I've read a lot.
Any advice would be appreciated. I'm not particularly handy. I'm a bit apprehensive about attempting this, but I'm determined to go ahead and to make good use of this handle; I've put it off too long already.
Happy shaves,
Jim
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