I recently purchased a fatboy on ebay at a reasonable price. It looked clean, which it is, but the pictures did not reveal a fault. It is not obvious at first glance, so I doubt that the seller was trying to pass off something inferior. One one side of the head of the razor, the comb is bent downward at an angle. Is there any way that I can address this without breaking the razor? It is sound mechanically and I would rather not have to buy another fatboy. It looks like I would have to disassemble the razor in order to be able to try to bend the comb back into place without damaging the tto doors and hinges. Is there a way to do this? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Any razor restorers out there?
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Here's a link to disassembly: http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/35634-Fat-Boy-Disassembly-Mysteries-Revealed!
Based on what you describe, I would use two wooden slats (~1/4"), one on each side, and a small rubber or nylon mallet, applied gently.
Based on what you describe, I would use two wooden slats (~1/4"), one on each side, and a small rubber or nylon mallet, applied gently.
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Thank you!
I like Maggard Razors.
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Looked at the link. Unfortunately, mine is one of the few constructed in such a way that it cannot be taken apart without damaging the razor. I will have to try to figure out a way to bend this back without disassembling the razor.
You don't need to disassemble the razor to correct the blade gap issues or bent guide bar (probably caused by dropping the razor) - some tapping with a rubber mallet and pulling around with smooth jaw pliers will correct the problems.
I'm located in the UK but if you are OK to pay postage both ways, I'll sort it free of charge for you.
You should be able to find someone in the US though, or even tweak it yourself.
I'm located in the UK but if you are OK to pay postage both ways, I'll sort it free of charge for you.
You should be able to find someone in the US though, or even tweak it yourself.
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Thank you so much for your generous offer. I will try to tweak it myself, and if (as I expect) I am unable to resolve the problem, I will message you about shipping details. Thank you again for your offer. It is much appreciated.
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