I got back from a business trip a few days ago and found three vintage razors waiting from the Bay. One was a Geo Korn, that looks like it’s had the tip ground, and is only 2 ½ long, and 4/8 width (now at least). I decided to start with that one and then discovered I was totally unprepared for restoration.
I used WD-40, sand paper, and an old toothbrush to get the bad rust off. WD-40 and some 0000 steel wool for more rust removal. I’m not sure how far I’m going on the restoration, my first, so I then moved to the edge, Pitted. I only have a 3000/8000 stone, and quickly discovered that was far below ideal. Many hours and thousands of passes later, however, it kind of had an edge.
This morning I stropped generously, and after a hot sower I shaved with it. Really cool, guys. Not necessarily smooth, but still a decent and deeply rewarding shave. I’m going to keep working on it, and then move on to the next one.
I’ve included a picture. Best to all.
I used WD-40, sand paper, and an old toothbrush to get the bad rust off. WD-40 and some 0000 steel wool for more rust removal. I’m not sure how far I’m going on the restoration, my first, so I then moved to the edge, Pitted. I only have a 3000/8000 stone, and quickly discovered that was far below ideal. Many hours and thousands of passes later, however, it kind of had an edge.
This morning I stropped generously, and after a hot sower I shaved with it. Really cool, guys. Not necessarily smooth, but still a decent and deeply rewarding shave. I’m going to keep working on it, and then move on to the next one.
I’ve included a picture. Best to all.
