Thread: Thumbs-up for Gssixgun

I sent a razor off to Glen (gssixgun) for restoration... Even though I haven't received it yet, I am really impressed with the work and attention to detail.

The razor was an old Wade & Butcher anchor, in very average condition, as evident by the pics below. The scales weren't usable, so he made new ones from Lignum Vitae wood, and a matching brush with TGN high mountain white badger. Not sure of the loft etc, as I trusted him to set it as he liked his brushes.

For the brush he recessed a brass anchor into the base, to match the brass wedge in the razor.

When discussing the restoration project, I said I would like something in the nautical theme, due to the anchor, hence the use of Lignum Vitae wood. From there I pretty much left it with Glen and his expertise, and very happy with the results.

I must say also, that communication from Glen was fantastic (not only on this razor but the other couple also with him at the moment). I'm not a rich man, but I feel this restoration has been worth every penny '

Anyway, below are some before and after pics.

Also, if anyone is interested, it is 9/8 at widest point. Not sure of the spine thickness but apparently it is very hefty.

Beautiful razor and brush , enjoy the fine craftsmanship

Fantastic work as expected,set the brush in the sun for for a few days,the handle will turn dark green and match the scales.

Originally Posted by pixelfixed

Fantastic work as expected,set the brush in the sun for for a few days,the handle will turn dark green and match the scales.

Yes, that is what Glen said, and intend on doing it

Wow, crazy good restore job and beautiful result!

Cheers.

Beautiful - an W&B Anchor...nice, very old, and very hard to come by...congratulations on a wonderful piece of history.

I believe it was mentioned somewhere, that the Anchor symbol in fact didn't represent the steel being made in Birmingham, that the anchor mark meant something else, I'd even heard that it was branded that way for sale at various ports for sailors? Is there a definitive answer on the anchor stamp?

Originally Posted by Phrank

Beautiful - an W&B Anchor...nice, very old, and very hard to come by...congratulations on a wonderful piece of history.

I believe it was mentioned somewhere, that the Anchor symbol in fact didn't represent the steel being made in Birmingham, that the anchor mark meant something else, I'd even heard that it was branded that way for sale at various ports for sailors? Is there a definitive answer on the anchor stamp?

How's your anchor going Phrank? Is it nice to shave with?

Id also like to know more about the history of the anchor razor, haven't seen many around and very little info.

Originally Posted by AndrewJM

Yes, that is what Glen said, and intend on doing it

Heres a visual of what you can get,real Lignum is a fantastic wood (40% oil by wgt) When exposed to U.V light the oils oxidize and the color darkens.
I have had 100 yr old british Lawn Bowls that are jet black.
This pce was fresh cut two weeks ago,taped and set in the sun for 3 days.

Originally Posted by AndrewJM

How's your anchor going Phrank? Is it nice to shave with?

Id also like to know more about the history of the anchor razor, haven't seen many around and very little info.

Well, one thing about them, they are definitely heavy blades, and long enough that you can basically do one WTG pass down each side of your face and you're basically done! These older blades tended to be longer it seems. Either way, will wait to see it on the SOTD and what your thoughts are.

Glen did a magnificent job on the razor and the added brush is a very nice touch! Always nice to see a gem like that get the treatment it deserves.