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11-30-2013, 05:05 PM #11
To get that polish that is so shiny that the blade looks almost 'Blue'....
Once you have the sanding done, I always start with black emery polish. This is the longest part of the polishing process for me and can take quite a while. I never skimp on time here. If you take your time with the black emery the razor is basically finished. Then I can progress rapidly starting with White Tripoli, then Green, and finally Blue Tripoli. A rub down with Maas and a buffing wheel and the blade as done.
I know that this takes a lot of time, and that most folks just use the white after the final sand, but once you do it this way, assuming you have the time and are inclined to do it, you will always do it this way. It gives the shine and extra depth to it that is really worth the extra effort! At least in MHO....
For the scales...I detail my process in this thread: http://straightrazorpalace.com/custo...26-1856-a.html
Bug bits are filled with CA or epoxy with as close a color match as possible. If you are careful with this step it's almost impossible to spot the repair with just a casual look. You almost have to know it's there to notice it at all!
Best of luck with the new razor!
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