I use an anti-seize compound on the threads as well.... but I did buy 100 M5 nylon washers for cheap on eBay.I’ll grease the threads on my razors, but I’m not cool enough for washers.
I use an anti-seize compound on the threads as well.... but I did buy 100 M5 nylon washers for cheap on eBay.I’ll grease the threads on my razors, but I’m not cool enough for washers.
we don’t waste $ on this forum sir. It merely the cost of our enjoyment!Okay, I've started using Nylon washers between the "Bottom Plate" and the handle because I've read that many of you do. It only took 3 trips to Ace Hardware to get the right size. Too, funny!
I didn't buy them to keep the handle from marring the finish of the "Bottom Plate" on my stainless steel razors. I don't care about that. I don't plan on re-selling.
I think I purchased the washers to keep from putting too much torque on the small screw of the "Top Plate". At least, it's what I'm telling myself. I read on the InterWeb that the washer helps?
I also know, Zamak razor's plating can, over time, begin to Crack at this juncture. I don't know how the screw is attached on Pot Metal "Top Caps" or, how sturdy the connection is? I've never had one fail, but it could happen.
I only have one Zinc razor head, the Merkur 23C. I don't use it much since getting my RR GC 68-P and GC 84-P. It will probably get re-gifted.
Anyway. Is this worthwhile doing, or have I just waisted a couple $$?
b/r
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Unless the washer is made of "Tempur Pedic!"No washers here. I like the use marks on my tools. I don't buy into them keeping less torque on the screw either. The torque required to tighten everything down is the torque required. Adding a washer won't change that.
I've put a few down the drain myself, but it does prevent my expensive razors from getting scratched up.I've put more than a couple down the sink drain. I rarely use them anymore.