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  1. 04-19-2009, 08:42 PM #1
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    Default Joseph Rogers 15/16 in Faux Tortoise

    Here is a 15/16 razor I bought off ebay. THe last razor I did of this size was said to have scales too large. The scales here are the same size and shape of the ones I took off it originally (bone that was chipped beyond repair). I admit the feel is a little better although this razor is a little smaller and much lighter. I used a brass wedge and might add a spacer with a third pin, but I haven't decided. I might also make a wider wedge, I just don't have the brass currently thicker than this, but that should be easy. I sold the last Chopper I had and was sick after shave testing it. I can't wait to get honing so I can start Monday off right! It isn't perfect or top notch but I thought I would share it to hear suggestions. The last photo is a razor added recently to the butcher shop so there are more pics of it there. I did both of these this weekend and the sandpaper has worn off my right index fingernail so I have to stop for a day or so.
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  2. 04-19-2009, 09:14 PM #2
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    Nice looking restore. And yes, the scales look much better. CONGRATS!!
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    Very nice,Trey.The brass goes well with the faux tortoise.The blade looks real good.A little thicker wedge would allow the blade to sit deeper in the scales.But you already knew that.
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  6. 04-20-2009, 02:48 AM #4
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    I agree. I think tomorrow I will get online and see if I can find some 1/8 Bar Stock brass and then unpin it and ad a new wedge. It would also make it a little safer I think.
    Thanks for the comments.
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  7. 04-20-2009, 08:33 AM #5
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    Nice job Trey. I don't think that blade needs to sit much deeper than it does now but no accounting for taste.
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    That is a nice looking razor

    Great job!
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  11. 08-25-2009, 12:31 PM #7
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    I like the color and pattern of that faux material
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    Those look great, Trey! How did that tortoise one shave for you?
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    Great work.. Love it
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    Its been a while since these were sold, but as I remember they were both great shavers. I really like the heavier grind English blades, they seem best for my beard.
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