Thread: Simple cherry re-scale

Simple set of cherry scales, stained, CA coat, countersunk hardware for my worked back Fernando Esser 5/8.

Shaved with it last night. Razor seemed to like the new scales--I'm still BBS!

Wow. That really looks good. I've never seen a bad razor here, and this is no exception. How long did it take you to do it?

I don't really know how long. I work on my sclaes here and there as I am able.

I cut out the blanks, and then they sit for awhile on my desk. I get some free time and I profile and sand them. They sit for a whlie more then I get the guts up to apply CA, then sand them. Make/find a wedge for them, counterbore the screw holes, etc...

I'm not sure what to say. If I say down and did it soup to nuts at one shot it maybe 2 hours?

That's a lot quicker than I thought it would be on the total time. They really do look good.

It may take longer, that's just an estimate. I've also had some experience in doing it. Maybe 6-8 sets so far?

Scales look great man.

I'm working on my first re-scale attempt right now, hopefully they turn out nice.

Nice looking scales Seraphim...I really like the cherry.

BTW, all this talk of CA...is there a special trick to it?

Outstanding job. Perfect fit for that blade. NICE

Originally Posted by iron maiden

BTW, all this talk of CA...is there a special trick to it?

http://straightrazorpalace.com/works...9-ca-pain.html

That was my post and I just finished my first set in CA. I was using Tung Oil before. There is no trick to it. It was pretty easy. Just read the second post on that thread and use the water thin CA.