Thread: 2nd frameback

Her are pics of my second frameback the frame is made of mild steel the blade is cut from an old hand saw. The scales are ebony the wedge is ivory. I have some better looking button head torx screws but have not put them in yet because I do not have the right torx driver. The blade has a hot vinegar patina.

The first frameback that I made turned out to be a top tier shaver, so far I have used it for about two weeks and still going great.

I think that if you can figure a way to cut the slot for the blade that this method is a good for the hobby razor maker. The frame and blade were cut out and shaped with a hacksaw and files. I used a regular wood working belt sander to thin the blade after hardening. The small blade is also easy to get to critical temperature for heat treating.

Charlie

That is one of the most gorgeous blades, I think I have ever seen. Cograts on making a beauty like that!

This razor is awesome. Love the shape, love the ebony scales……how do I get one

That is a very cool razor!

That is a beautiful piece of art. I like the retro-futuristic design, reminiscent of the novels of Verne and Wells.
You make it sound too simple in your explanation how to make such a stunning piece. I don't doubt one second that it takes great skill and patience.

Congratulations,

Bart.

Wow, what a beautiful razor. Original shape, nice mat finish and total appearance.
I hope it shave as good as it looks

so many ideas so little time.

Beautiful work!

That look fantastic! I love the big humpback look. Not to make you give up your secrets but how did you get such a sharp transition of grinds on the spine? And how does the hot vinegar thing work?

Absolutely spectacular... I am really taken by the shape you've given it

Have you had a look at the micro end mill bits that come up on ebay from time to time?
They are dremel sized bits but a dremel is way too fast for end milling steel

You might be able to use one in a drill press... if you have one.

Greg Frazer