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  1. 07-12-2013, 01:23 PM #1
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    Default File Razor IV the Final Chapter

    Its been 6 months but I finally got this one finished up.
    After learning a lot from my previous two file razors, I'm really happy with how this turned out.
    It has been made specifically to my personal taste. It's all the things I like in a razor, big (around 8/8), wedgey grind, and mean lookin'.
    During the final hand sanding process I realized that a Hamon/temper line had unexpectedly occurred and etched the blade with vinegar and lemon juice to bring it out. It may not be too visible in the photos but it looks pretty cool when you have it in hand.
    The scales are a dark tint acrylic, with a Corian wedge, s/steel washers on Nickle Silver pins.
    I haven't taken it to the hones yet but I'm looking forward to shaving with it.

    As always, thank you to the guys over in The Forge forum for all the help with this project

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  3. 07-12-2013, 01:26 PM #2
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    Beautifully done Grant. Definitely a wicked looking razor
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    sick looking. we are in the same ballpark with looks. love it.
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    WOW!!!!! That is quite spectacular, some how I am sure that will be your favorite razor in your rotation. Well done!
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    Very well done, great design, Enjoy!
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    I love the point. The heel looks a bit too dangerous for me though. Great job and leaving a bit of the file to show what it started out as is very cool. I would like to see the next one in horn with a slight smile. That would be what I would make if I had the skills and the know how...... which I don't.
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    That is one of if not the best looking straight I've ever seen. I'm just floored with this. Great job.

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    That is really nice! Love the design and overall look. Now put a bevel on that edge and let us know how it shaves.
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    This is very very nice. Love the texturing and shape. Wish I had one.
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    Just wow. Great talent and great result!

    Cheers.
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