Quote Originally Posted by Laurens View Post
That is a magnificent razor! Big and yet slightly modest.

I wonder, though, why is your saw blade upside down?
Thanks! It makes it handy to get in between the scales and make blade clearance by sawing some of the lead wedge down!
Quote Originally Posted by skipnord View Post
Something to think about: The blade is one inch wide, and the spine is 5/16th thick. The optimal ratio is 1 to 4. This will achieve a bevel angle around 17 degrees. Your spine is going to make that more than 17 degrees, and that will cause problems. Consider grinding the spine down to 1/4 in.. Or, if it shaves well to your standards, leave it alone. Your razor - it's up to you. That said, it's a darn nice razor.
HA! Thanks! Never thought about that! Honed up with a nice bevel and shaves great. I think I will leave it be!