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06-04-2009, 12:50 AM
MsBlackwolf

New Gal Here

Just taking a moment to say "Hello". Used a straight razor for the first time a couple weeks ago and WOWWWW. I fixed up an old Frederick Reynolds 5/8 with new scales, a good crud removal, some polishing, and a whole lot of sharpening. I'm still working on my stropping skills and learning to use hones. I recently purchased a Wostenholm & Sons 5/8 Celebrated IXL to use. Both are good razors. I'm just sure more razors will find the way to my house. I also use DE razors in my stubble mowing arsenal. Nice to be here at SRP and looking forward to learning more!
06-04-2009, 12:53 AM
nun2sharp

Welcome to SRP! Wher at in NE Wisconsin are you?
06-04-2009, 12:53 AM
IsaacRN

Nice to see you here ;)
06-04-2009, 12:55 AM
zib

Hi, and Welcome. Sounds like you have some resto skill. Good 4 U.....
Rich
06-04-2009, 12:56 AM
StraightRazorDave

Welcome! It sounds like you have a good couple of razors in your growing "stubble mowing arsenal". What stones did you use to hone your razor? Oh, and in case you haven't noticed, we love pictures of razors (and stones) , so feel free to display your weapons in your arsenal.
06-04-2009, 12:57 AM
JimR

Hey Pam! Good to see you over here.
06-04-2009, 12:58 AM
MsBlackwolf

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Originally Posted by nun2sharp

Welcome to SRP! Wher at in NE Wisconsin are you?

I'm NW of Greenbay, a bit over an hour out.
06-04-2009, 01:03 AM
MsBlackwolf

Quote:

Originally Posted by StraightRazorDave

Welcome! It sounds like you have a good couple of razors in your growing "stubble mowing arsenal". What stones did you use to hone your razor? Oh, and in case you haven't noticed, we love pictures of razors (and stones) , so feel free to display your weapons in your arsenal.

800 to reset the bevel and Norton 4000 to make it nice, then borrowed an 8000 from a buddy, and then a good stropping Alot of work, but well worth it. I rescaled the ole girl with Dovo plastic replacement scales. I'm currently shopping for an 8000 of my own.
06-04-2009, 01:08 AM
StraightRazorDave

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Originally Posted by MsBlackwolf

800 to reset the bevel and Norton 4000 to make it nice, then borrowed an 8000 from a buddy, and then a good stropping Alot of work, but well worth it. I rescaled the ole girl with Dovo plastic replacement scales. I'm currently shopping for an 8000 of my own.

Well it sounds to me like you know exactly what you're doing! :tu
06-04-2009, 01:13 AM
MsBlackwolf

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Originally Posted by StraightRazorDave

Well it sounds to me like you know exactly what you're doing! :tu

Noooo I don't :shrug: I came here to learn!
06-04-2009, 01:14 AM
nun2sharp

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Originally Posted by MsBlackwolf

I'm NW of Greenbay, a bit over an hour out.

Just asking out of curiousity, I am going to Wsconsin Friday morning and lived as a Yooper for a while as akid.
06-04-2009, 01:32 AM
StraightRazorDave

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Originally Posted by MsBlackwolf

Noooo I don't :shrug: I came here to learn!

Well you're in the right place! I've been at it for almost a year now and I'm still learning, and I don't ever want to stop. :D
06-04-2009, 01:37 AM
gugi

welcome to srp, we hope you like it here.
06-04-2009, 02:59 AM
Mudkipz

Welcome to the party. It's good to see another n00b bitten by the restoration bug....though it sounds like you may simply be new to the forums, and not new to restoring.
06-04-2009, 03:34 AM
MsBlackwolf

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Originally Posted by Mudkipz

Welcome to the party. It's good to see another n00b bitten by the restoration bug....though it sounds like you may simply be new to the forums, and not new to restoring.

I'm always "restoring" something around here it seems. I've never restored a razor in my life and to be honest I lurked around the forums a lot while I was doing it. Women with tools, gotta love us :D
06-04-2009, 03:38 AM
claytor

Welcome to the forums! Sounds like you've started with a good amount of enthusiasm which is awesome. You should post up a picture of the restoration. Razor pr0n is always enjoyed :) .
06-04-2009, 03:42 AM
ChrisL

Welcome! Even though it's touristy, you're lucky to live fairly close to Door County. Sturgeon Bay and the rest of Door County is very nice. And......fish boils. Mmmmmmmmm.......fish boils. I grew up in Duluth, MN with Lake Superior as our neighbor.

Chris L
06-04-2009, 03:43 AM
MsBlackwolf

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My camera isn't great, but here's the Reynolds. Wish I had taken a picture of it crud coated. Some of the worst didn't come off totally, but it shaves!
06-04-2009, 03:45 AM
onimaru55

G'day & Welcome MsB. The addiction is not gender specific :)

Nice job on the Reynolds.
06-04-2009, 03:50 PM
jbcohen

I am impressed, you are the first woman with a straight that I haev come across. Don't be down on the camera, it did a very good job.
06-04-2009, 05:39 PM
0livia

Ah wonderful! Another woman with tools!
Welcome! :tu
06-04-2009, 05:46 PM
gregs656

good stuff, enjoy.
06-04-2009, 07:11 PM
hoglahoo

Nice Reynolds razor there! Now where have I seen that before? ;)

Welcome!
06-04-2009, 08:23 PM
MsBlackwolf

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Originally Posted by hoglahoo

Nice Reynolds razor there! Now where have I seen that before? ;)

Welcome!

That ole gal and I get around :D Honestly, I followed one of the members over here. The Ladies section is a cool idea anddddd........ WoooWeeee I found more BBS gents!
06-04-2009, 09:02 PM
Jimbo

Welcome to SRP! :)

James.
06-04-2009, 09:34 PM
Mudkipz

Women with tools FTW!
06-04-2009, 10:18 PM
gratewhitehuntr

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Originally Posted by MsBlackwolf

...Gal..

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/m...tr/ttiwwop.gif

hey say ya to da UP eh!!!
06-05-2009, 02:19 AM
MrsMudKipz

Hello hun and welcome! As soon as my hubby finishes restoring my straight (he will not let me do it) I get to join the big girls! Till then I have my Ever - Ready SE. Nice to meet ya.
06-05-2009, 02:30 AM
MsBlackwolf

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Originally Posted by MrsMudKipz

Hello hun and welcome! As soon as my hubby finishes restoring my straight (he will not let me do it) I get to join the big girls! Till then I have my Ever - Ready SE. Nice to meet ya.

Nuthin wrong with the SE. I have a 1912 Ornate Handle Gem and plenty of DE Gillettes to use too. What's hubby fixing up for you?
06-05-2009, 06:49 PM
MrsMudKipz

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Originally Posted by MsBlackwolf

Nuthin wrong with the SE. I have a 1912 Ornate Handle Gem and plenty of DE Gillettes to use too. What's hubby fixing up for you?

My SE is like your Gem in looks. I have pics of both over in the ladies corner. He is working on a Torry for me. It looks really nice and will look even better when he finishes it. I told him I would take his Dovo if he does not do it soon! :medvl:
06-06-2009, 12:03 AM
MsBlackwolf

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Originally Posted by MrsMudKipz

My SE is like your Gem in looks. I have pics of both over in the ladies corner. He is working on a Torry for me. It looks really nice and will look even better when he finishes it. I told him I would take his Dovo if he does not do it soon! :medvl:

Ha! That'll teach him! I've seen good words about the Torry.
06-06-2009, 12:54 AM
xman

Welcome, MsBlackwolf

That's a nice looking Reynold you got there. (heh ... sounds like a pick-up line. :D)
Just please keep sharing. I love all the razors I see!

X
06-15-2009, 10:05 AM
Silver

Greetings MsB!:D

A belated welcome to the group and congrats on the resto work, the blade looks amazing.:bow

Any questions, feel free to ask or if you have any tips please share.;)

Have fun and enjoy your stay.

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