hope you like this.i will say this much,as fun as it was to do,restorations are no easy task.if you see anything that you could suggest for the next time,any input would be appreciated.thanks,robert.
first restoration wade butcher
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nice resto mate - you wouldnt know it was your first one
Well done! I love that wedge!
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thank you,i'll improve with the next i think.there are a few things i would have done differently.i forgot a before pic.
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wedge is made from brass,scales are zircote.third pin spacer is also brass that i spun down.the reason for the spacing is so the blade sits a little lower because of its width.
Done nice!!!
Nicely done, I still need to work mine...
I remember this blade. You sure did it right. Great work.
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thanks for the kind words,robert
Excellent job!
The only issue I have is a personal one
It would appear that there was nothing wrong with the original bone scales, they would have cleaned up nicely and were perfect for the period of manufacture.
But for a first attempt, you have done better than most, and I would say the quality is as good as that of any of the established restorers.
Looking forward to more of your work.
But for a first attempt, you have done better than most, and I would say the quality is as good as that of any of the established restorers.
Looking forward to more of your work.
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i was thinking of the bone scales for a while and at the end of the day they were just too thin.one also had a hairline in it which made the decision for me.
Nice looking razor sir!
Beautiful job! I especially like your choice of wood for the scales; it suits the big blade perfectly.
Looking forward to more in the future...
Looking forward to more in the future...
