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02-09-2020, 12:10 AM #1Senior Member
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An early Joseph Elliot 8/8
An Early Joseph Elliot 8/8 near wedge. First listed in the directories in 1822 the razor likely dates mid 1820's to early 1830's. Considerable pitting and corrosion on this one but it cleaned up nicely. Restored in what is believed to be the original glazed type finish. The scales were copied in black horn and assembled with large brass domed collars and brass pins. The in process pictures are off the 400 grit belt and the bevel set on a 1K hone.
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02-09-2020, 12:34 AM #2Senior Member
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Wow, Karl-Just beautiful!
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02-09-2020, 02:23 AM #3Skeptical Member
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A fine looking vintage razor brought back to life. Congrats Karl!
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02-09-2020, 02:41 AM #4Hones & Honing
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Very nice work. I really like that straight razor.
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The hits just keep on coming.
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Nice work. I have a similar pair.
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02-09-2020, 04:34 AM #7Senior Member
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A pair as in a gentleman's set? I'd like to see those.
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02-09-2020, 04:47 AM #8Senior Member
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I always enjoy looking at the fine work that you do. Very nicely done.
Richard
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02-09-2020, 09:46 AM #9Senior Member
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Amazing restoration. Doesn’t look like you had to remove a lot of metal.
I remember a comment from a restorer who said it was almost always worth the effort to restore full and near wedges and you sure seem to validate that comment.David
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02-09-2020, 11:26 AM #10
Well done!
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