Restos #5 & #6 - IXL and W&B 7/8” scalloped backs in burl

Finished these 2 over the weekend. Both are 7/8” scalloped back ¼ hollows. The blade with 1 piece scales is a Wade & Butcher and the other is a Wostenholm IXL.

The initial bevels are set, so all they need is some pyramids and finishing. Both were ebay finds in pretty bad shape.

The wood is thuya burl. I was going to make matching scales, but one piece of burl broke while cutting the rough shape and I happened to have a small piece of gaboon ebony, so one set ended up being two piece.

The finish is poured epoxy resin and poly (Thanks for the great thread cannonfodder!).
Both have brass liners and adjustable pins with acrylic wedges.

I know it sounds cliché, but the pictures really don’t do these justice.The finish came out really deep, and unfortunately I suck at photography. :/

Any comments, criticism, etc. are very welcome.

BTW, while restos are really fun to do, I think that one of the best parts is that when you're done, you have more cool razors. :y





http://img292.imageshack.us/img292/5008/worked2yw7.jpg

Loving it !!!!
They are both beautiful, but I really like the two tone one, I guess I love the fact that you didn't let the broken scale hold you back, and that you made something even more special out of it..... Great job :tu

Always like visiting the Gallery and finding stuff like this.

Cool razors indeed Bubba. :D

Two FANTASTIC restores,,,and the use of the two , SO different woods, adds to the great look. Be proud of your work, it sure looks great.

did you do the spines that way or they were already like that and just happen to look similar? sorry if that is a lack of education question on my part.

Red

Those really look nice BB! Love the wood.

Fred

They are both amazing .One day I am going to have to make an effort .Well done.Paul

Sterling stuff - thank you for sharing!

Quote:

---

Originally Posted by Big Red

did you do the spines that way or they were already like that and just happen to look similar? sorry if that is a lack of education question on my part.

Red

---

That was a "common" spine decoration back in the day. I would guess that they came like that. To do that work on an already hardened razor would take a lot.

Those are a couple of beauts you got there. Nice work! I'm also a fan of the way the two tone scales came out. Nice contrast and makes them a little different and interesting...Nice save!

i must say i absolutely LOVE the look mating two different kinds of wood gives. Beautiful job!

Well, just to add to the accolades... BEAUTIFUL work!!!
Nicely done!

Quote:

---

Originally Posted by Philadelph

That was a "common" spine decoration back in the day. I would guess that they came like that. To do that work on an already hardened razor would take a lot.

---

This man is correct.

And thanks ya'll for the kind words. I honestly have expected some criticism as I'm still pretty new to this, but the positive response is encouraging to keep trying.