Thread: Frenchpoint Friodur

Originally Posted by Seraphim

So, after that experience, what I now do, is to first pick up the razor before modifying it, and hold it like I'm going to shave with it. I find the balance point, and mark where my thumb is located. That is where I then sketch out the thumbnotch position.

But you did it BEFORE putting on the scales that will determine the final balance.

Originally Posted by Philadelph

But you did it BEFORE putting on the scales that will determine the final balance.

Good point!

Perhaps I shouldn't say center of gravity balance, but rather most comfortable grip balance point.

Without the scales, the center of gravity is definitely toe heavy. I put the thumbnotch in the location that feels best when grasping the razor, with the fingers how I like them during a shave. which is what is shown in that pic.

With my Tally Ho, I put the thumbniotch a bit too far forward, which generally means that I have all four fingers on the razor, three in front of the scales, and the pinky back on the monkey tail.

I generally prefer the three finger on top grip.

Paualuminum scales.

Cool, much better than the original scales. The shape and color fits the razor very well.

Seraphim, you make some awesome looking razors