Thread: W&B Black Horn straight up resto

This blade came in sans scales. It was in nice shape so it didn't take much to get it looking good.
I happen to have some original FBU style scales in my collection so I used them to duplicate a set of scales in Black Horn matching the varying thickness over their length, the overall shape as well as the radius of the surface.
Next was the beloved W&B triple stack washers and pins. I did what I could to duplicate these as well not wanting to settle on the typical stack some washers and call it done routine. I tend to think they came out pretty close. I have sets of originals on hand and you can see the comparison in the photos.
I also had an original wedge to use so in it went.
Hey, I'm happy with the reflection of my lamp in the scales as it shows little distortion. Doesn't take much to make my day.

Absolutely gorgeous. Love the scales - such beautiful work!

Awesome very clean and original looking and I love the washers they came out spot on I think
How did you go about making the washers?

Looks factory new. Great work.

Slap it on ebay as $1200 seams to be the going rate for awesome looking cleavers

Beautiful work on a classic.

Always enjoy seeing your restores, very nice.

Bob

Originally Posted by Substance

Slap it on ebay as $1200 seams to be the going rate for awesome looking cleavers

I couldn't believe the price that went for! I figure, well done to the seller and buyer, both got something fantastic. Was in beautiful condition though. I guess its all relative to one's disposable income and what they already have in their collection. I guess, plenty of people have paid that sort of money for a Livi, and a W&B like that in basically NOS condition is probably far harder to acquire. I've spent more than that in the last couple of months, but have a couple of dozen nice razors for the $.

Thanks guys. As always you are generous with your comments!

I am very impressed with the collars. What was your process for making them? Are they machined or stamped?