As opposed to what?
-joshua
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What is "User Grade"?
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I think I read somewhere (probably here on B & B) that a "User Grade" razor shows plateing wear or scratches, but is mechanically sound and shaves just as well as a similar razor in better condition. I have several Gillette Techs that have been used for many years and there is hardly any plateing left, but shave just as well as my other excellant condition Techs. I have the means to cerecoat rifle parts and I think I might try to coat my user condition Techs. Depending on condition, user grade Techs should sell for around $5-$10, plus shipping.
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It takes for this to be user grade from B&B standards more or less:
#3- Excellent/Fine: Minimal superficial scuffing (basically, razor showing some usage), water marks etc., some loss of shine, but – still cannot have any mechanical imperfection, oxidation, or loss of plating.
#6v- Fair: Considerable wear for the relative age of the piece mechanically usable but far from perfect, visible deterioration of plating, substantial oxidation, visible dings and scratches.
#8- Restored/re-plated items: While plating or even re-coloring of numbers on the razor’s dial provide cleaner look for the razor’s exterior, it also conceals its original condition and can mislead a buyer to think it is buying an original item in mint or near condition. Re-plating or repainting makes the item non-original and should be stated very clearly BEFORE making any comments on the condition of the piece, mechanical or cosmetic.
#3- Excellent/Fine: Minimal superficial scuffing (basically, razor showing some usage), water marks etc., some loss of shine, but – still cannot have any mechanical imperfection, oxidation, or loss of plating.
#6v- Fair: Considerable wear for the relative age of the piece mechanically usable but far from perfect, visible deterioration of plating, substantial oxidation, visible dings and scratches.
#8- Restored/re-plated items: While plating or even re-coloring of numbers on the razor’s dial provide cleaner look for the razor’s exterior, it also conceals its original condition and can mislead a buyer to think it is buying an original item in mint or near condition. Re-plating or repainting makes the item non-original and should be stated very clearly BEFORE making any comments on the condition of the piece, mechanical or cosmetic.
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perfect! thanks!!
