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  1. 03-09-2014, 08:02 PM #1
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    Default First attempt at Restoration of Frederick Reynolds

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    Bought this razor for $6.50 and have learned a lot in just working on this razor. Takes a lot of dedication and time and a big spectrum of different grit wet/dry sandpapers. I know that it is not perfect, but that is where I am going to keep it at. I will have to figure out what needs to happen for scales next. Don't really have tools to make scales. Any suggestions? I have a much greater appreciation for the people who do this work and what it takes to make old razors look better than when they were new. Everyone who does this keep up the great work and I will keep trying.
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    Nice work on the blade. WRT the scales, why replace them -- are they broken or damaged? I can't tell, from the photos.
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    I'd give it all up, for just a little more.
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    Quote Originally Posted by JBHoren View Post
    Nice work on the blade. WRT the scales, why replace them -- are they broken or damaged? I can't tell, from the photos.
    Scale was broke on one side so would like to have a newer set or an old set.
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    Maybe if you ask someone nicely they will make you a set of scales. So far it's looking like progress. The other option it to glue the old scales back together. I have not tried it but is should be possible, unless you are missing a piece, then it gets more complicated.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RezDog View Post
    Maybe if you ask someone nicely they will make you a set of scales. So far it's looking like progress. The other option it to glue the old scales back together. I have not tried it but is should be possible, unless you are missing a piece, then it gets more complicated.
    Rezdog,
    The old ones were missing a piece. I know someone who would make me some, but I have asked a lot of him and do not want to ask more of him at this time. I was just really happy to get as far as I have. I know there are others that can make them, Not sure if you make them, but if you do maybe you would be interested in helping me out. Interested? PM me if so. Thanks RezDog
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    Nice work!!

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    Nice job, looks good to me..
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    Shaved with my FR like yours yesterday. You will enjoy this razor when in your rotation. Good work.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rolodave View Post
    Shaved with my FR like yours yesterday. You will enjoy this razor when in your rotation. Good work.

    Dave
    Dave,
    Thanks for kind words. What information can you share about this razor and manufacturer? Any would be great. Thank you in advance.
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    There is a video on youtube and in the wiki on how to make scales with the least amount of tools. Its buy "lewisrazors" on youtube but here is the link. making straight razor scales with a minimum amount of hand tools - YouTube


    I haven't made any scales yet but seems pretty straight forward and cost of supplies used seem pretty minimal.

    Heres the history.
    http://strazors.com/uploads/images/a...ds_history.pdf
    Its not much but some.
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