I posted a week or so ago looking for a straight razor to get me started. A generous member set me up with a shave-ready razor at a very friendly price, and it arrived today. The blade looks great. The scales looked great. They were a lovely translucent smoke gray. Now, not so much. I decided to soak the whole razor (scales and all) in alcohol, and ended up with a nice opaque white film covering the razor, and emphasizing the individual scratches in the plastic. It's not a good look. Does anyone know how to restore its to its former glory?
Ruined scales? I'm an idiot.
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If the handles are not Horn -
I would make sure it is rinsed well, and dried, then try gently rubbing with a soft soft cloth and some Flitz polish.
I have taken just the type of "film" your speaking of off of brush handles (bakelite and plastic) using the Flitz.
Go slow, go easy, go even.
If they are horn, there are ways to restore it as well, but it involves a lot of neatsfoot oil and patience.
Good Luck
try buffing with polishing compound such as maas, or turtle wax premium polishing.
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FLITZ! Is there anything it can't do? I happened to have a bottle around, as I use it often when restoring vintage drums. The scales aren't perfect, but they're improving dramatically. Thanks for the tip!
