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    Just finished this one up. Its a shade over 13/16 near wedge. It cleaned up well and took a nice edge. This was my first time honing a true wedge. The bevel setting took some time, but I think I got off lucky compared to some horror stories I've read about wedges and funky geometry.

    I used a faux ivory for the wedge. I need to bone-up on making lead wedges and give that a go one of these days. The scales are black horn with AJ's replica dome washers to complete the look. Enjoy the pics.

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    Very nicely done. You should be proud of yourself.

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    Quote Originally Posted by bouschie View Post
    Very nicely done. You should be proud of yourself.
    It helps having all of the great sources of information, help and encouragement here at this site!

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    Nice! Another old gem looking sharp and back to work.
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    I like it. You should make one just like it for all of us. Kind of like a Christmas present.

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    Looks great!

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    Quote Originally Posted by MrZ View Post
    I like it. You should make one just like it for all of us. Kind of like a Christmas present.
    Lol. You're Christmas present could be delayed several years/decades given the rate at which I turn these around. I might get a bit faster if I opt for a buffer system. But, I think the hand sanding really produces a nice result, though it takes forever and a day.

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    truly beautiful restoration. how does it shave?

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    Looking at the before photo; I am impressed by the way you managed to get that horrible "Devil Spit" off of the razor and get a smooth solid bevel on it. Very well done!
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    Thanks! It shave's (and exfoliates) great, which I was concerned about since I am not experienced at honing wedges. I just got lucky on this one!
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