Bowdins Wedge - Hand Made ~ Blue Pauacrylic

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05-05-2009, 12:58 AM
Maximilian

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Bowdins Wedge - Hand Made ~ Blue Pauacrylic

This is the first restore and rescale off the week going to Kenny.

It's not always the big meat choppers that rule. We should never rule out the power of the smaller league.

The razor had scratches on the blade and the tang had severe staining and blemishes which Kenny had tried to remove as much as he could with whatever knowledge he had. Since he wanted this one to be perfect he send it to me. :D

The blade is back to showroom condition. As to scales Kenny wanted the blue Pauacrylic and gave me a few requests as to how he would like the scales.

This one is a mighty great shaver. Will go back to Arkansas where it belongs.

Enjoy kenny!

Brand: Bowdins - Minnesota
Grind: Wedge
Width: 7/16
Total weight: 1.1 Oz
Total cutting edge: 2.70 inches
Scales: Ble Pauacrylic
Pins / Washers: SS /Silver nickel/Brass
Wedge: Transparent Acrylic
05-05-2009, 01:17 AM
coachmike

Great looking work as usual Max. I'm sure it's owner can't wait to receive it in the mail.
05-05-2009, 01:26 AM
dkapp

I'm a fan of these little guys. I own a Max restored Bowdins as well, and it's one of my favorites.

Now the razor is even more fitting that I'm moving to Minneapolis in June. I may have to start collecting these :D

Excellent work as always Max!
05-05-2009, 02:32 AM
xman

:eek:
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...s/applause.gif
X
05-05-2009, 03:02 AM
Del1r1um

Very nice Max.. I really like that one.

By the way, X- that is an awesome post!
05-05-2009, 03:13 AM
onimaru55

Like the scale design on these little wedgies you've done lately.
As for the blade - Superb as always.

X ~ Is that Orson Welles ?
05-05-2009, 04:43 AM
xman

Quote:

Originally Posted by onimaru55

X ~ Is that Orson Welles ?

Dunno for sure. Sure looks like it, doesn't it?
05-05-2009, 04:48 AM
Maximilian

Quote:

Originally Posted by xman

Dunno for sure. Sure looks like it, doesn't it?

X, where do you find all those? You always seem to come up with the most unique features. A man with style and an eye for details!
05-05-2009, 05:08 AM
Buckler

Wow!
I never thought i would like those kind of scales. Thankyou for showing me otherwise.

Actually 'thanksamillion' hahahaha :D

"Dad joke alert!"

+B
05-05-2009, 05:36 AM
ChrisL

Quote:

Originally Posted by xman

:eek:
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...s/applause.gif
X

I second C.F. Kane.

Chris L
05-05-2009, 06:14 AM
Vashaver

Very nice Max! I got one of these for X-Mas its a very interesting blade.
05-05-2009, 10:39 AM
ben.mid

That is a very sleek looking razor. You get another gold star Max!
05-05-2009, 02:18 PM
gssixgun

Great work as always from the "Mad Max" :y

Max, question, do you think the razor was made that small from the factory???? I just haven't seen many wedges under 4/8 I guess they are out there but most of these little stylist types are normally hollows...
05-05-2009, 03:32 PM
Vashaver

Glen,

Im not trying to answer for Max but the one I have is 4/8 on the nose and had little hone wear when I got it. It looked to have started life a 4/8 razor and no larger. Im interested to see what Max thinks about the 7/16 too.
05-05-2009, 03:33 PM
Maximilian

Quote:

Originally Posted by gssixgun

Great work as always from the "Mad Max" :y

Max, question, do you think the razor was made that small from the factory???? I just haven't seen many wedges under 4/8 I guess they are out there but most of these little stylist types are normally hollows...

G man,

those Bowdin wedges were sold in 4/8 sizes. I've seen the boxes that go with them that said 4/8 on the box. This one is just a tad under under 4/8 which is probably due to prior usage, honing and the likes.

They were also available and sold in 5/8 sized wedges. They resemble and shave so close to the Red Imp ones.

Those little buggers shave like little sports cars. Truly amazing little shavers just like the Red Imps.
05-05-2009, 03:43 PM
xman

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maximilian

X, where do you find all those? You always seem to come up with the most unique features. A man with style and an eye for details!

Like THIS! :D
05-05-2009, 03:47 PM
Vashaver

Max you keep talking like that your going to have me on the buffing wheel tonight. I have not restored mine yet or honed it but all this talk might make me pull it out.:hmmm:
05-05-2009, 06:08 PM
Seraphim

Nice work balancing the slender blade with slim, yet stylish (of course!) scales.:bow

Another source for new small wedges, would be the Dovo stainless 4/8 and under you see fairly often. I'm not a fan of small blades, but my tiny little Helje Le Duc (9/16) is a terrific shaver. Almost makes me want to get a shiny new Dovo like that.
05-06-2009, 12:21 AM
onimaru55

Quote:

Originally Posted by xman

Dunno for sure. Sure looks like it, doesn't it?

Yeah. Was thinking Citizen Kane.
Chris confirmed my suspicions :)
05-06-2009, 02:18 AM
mbhodges

The scales match the blade really well. I enjoy the look of that blue Paua acrylic. It is neat stuff. I don't think I have seen it before in blue.
05-06-2009, 07:20 PM
Sharp&Shiny

Outstanding as always Max. I love the look of the scales & your work is Just mind boggling. One day I may just send my own one back to you for a rescale.Paul:tu
05-08-2009, 07:37 PM
Kmitch

I recieved this little Bowdin's back from Max this morning. As always the pictures just cannot describe how perfect his work is when you hold it in your hand. The first time I ever saw one of his Paua scales, on this forum, I knew I wanted a razor with them on it. When I saw one of his creations with the darker blue Paua I "had" to have one. He took my basic ideas for the scales and worked the magic that you have seen above. Max, it is indescribably stunning and exceeds every one of my expectations. Thank you so much. To the rest of the razor craftsmen who post here, I also want to thank you for your beautiful work and artistry.