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Thread: Friodur 8/8 in Ipe scales
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11-20-2008, 11:10 PM #1
Friodur 8/8 in Ipe scales
I bought this Henckels Friodur Diamondback squarepoint 8/8 from the Shaving Shop. It came with really cheap black plastic scales. I had scrap Ipe wood from a decking project.Tung Oil finish, Brass and Mahogany wedge and microfasteners hold it all together. Although tough to hone, it took an absolute wicked edge.
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11-20-2008, 11:46 PM #2
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Thanked: 13228Very innovative use of angels there, I like it !!!!
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11-21-2008, 01:24 AM #3
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Thanked: 3795Agreed! The angles really work. Could you add a shot showing it from the wedge end? Also, good job on finding a use for your leftover decking. I have never seen Ipe before but I read up on it and it sounds like a perfect wood for scales.
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11-21-2008, 01:25 AM #4
Very unique in design and the use of materials...Very easy on the eyes too!!!
Having Fun Shaving
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11-21-2008, 02:08 AM #5
Thank You for the comments. Ipe: pronounced EEEPAY is a rot resistant very dense hardwood,allegedly from sustainable sources in the rain forest.Very durable and HARD. Other attempts were unsuccessful since the blanks were too thick and not flexible. I just couldn't live with that blade in cheap plastic scales. The wedge is 2 slices of 3/32" brass with a honduran mahagony insert.Still a work in progress....I couldn't wait to get it together.
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11-21-2008, 02:16 AM #6
Nice !!!
Love how it kinda just balances on that centre point“The white gleam of swords, not the black ink of books, clears doubts and uncertainties and bleak outlooks.”
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11-21-2008, 02:36 AM #7
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Thanked: 3795OK, now I see why you didn't show that view before but that will look great. I like the triple layer wedge. I guess I'd better start building a deck!
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