Thread: Boker Damascus restore

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They look great! I enjoy wood scales

lookin good so far.

Looking good indeed, and that Böker looks fantastic. I would suggest turning the spacer into a wedge, though, that will make the razor turn smoother in the scales. And maybe, just maybe, thin the scales down a bit, until the point where they are a little flexible, until you can pinch them together with the blade in place.

Good luck and keep us posted

Originally Posted by Laurens

Looking good indeed, and that Böker looks fantastic. I would suggest turning the spacer into a wedge, though, that will make the razor turn smoother in the scales. And maybe, just maybe, thin the scales down a bit, until the point where they are a little flexible, until you can pinch them together with the blade in place.

Good luck and keep us posted

Yeah gotta buy a couple files...80 grit sandpaper is taking forever, i plan on getting them thinner though. Picked up a tumbler today to do my polishing, tired of doctoring wounds, and need one for reloading anyways

Gonna set up and let this bad boy finish polishing the razor

Walnut stain on a test piece of wood used to make the scales. Kinda like the natural color but this isn't bad either...

Opinions?

Originally Posted by DennisBarberShop

Walnut stain on a test piece of wood used to make the scales. Kinda like the natural color but this isn't bad either...

Opinions?

Hmm, hard to say what I like more. Put the blade next to it, see if the contrast helps you decide.

Originally Posted by Laurens

Hmm, hard to say what I like more. Put the blade next to it, see if the contrast helps you decide.

Stain...or no? I'd like you guys opinions

I like the subtlety of the untreated smooth wood. However, it won't be water resistant, so that'll only work when you keep the scales dry or use an invisible/translucent finish. I usually buff my scales with regular steel polish, gives it a waxy finish, but I believe you don't have a buffer, so I'm not much help.