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06-30-2009, 10:31 PM #11Member
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Beautiful! The shape of the scales is very complimentary to the blade.
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06-30-2009, 10:57 PM #12Grumpy old sod
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What is the merit of the third pin? Just as a blade stop?
Just curious, really.
Love the faux horn. Quite nice, really. I see your getting quite fancy with the washers lately. They do give it an extra bump. Kudos.
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06-30-2009, 11:08 PM #13At this point in time...
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Originally Posted by Whiskers
I have looked and looked at 3rd pins on vintage razors, most don't even tounch the tang when the razor is fully closed... They do function as a blade stop on some razors but very few actually need them... Myself I use them for decoration.....
They also require a bit of skill to fit properly, whether on custom or on vintage so it does add the hint of quality, I guess
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07-01-2009, 12:25 AM #14Grumpy old sod
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I wondered if it was a blade stop or if it was to thwart warping of the scales.
... The mystery still remains ...
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07-01-2009, 12:31 AM #15At this point in time...
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I would say defiantly not the warping issue, in fact many scales are more warped because of them.... Originally Posted by Whiskers
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07-01-2009, 12:39 AM #16Senior Member
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Glen, this is hands down some of your best work IMO. really beautiful. can you tell me more about the material, mainly is it synthetic? and how hard tow ork with. I want to find something to throw on a blade without getting in too deep.
my understanding is that other than cosmetics, it is sometimes used to spread the scales on blades that have thick tangs. I know some look like they're used for stops/rests.
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07-01-2009, 12:46 AM #17The Great & Powerful Oz
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Good one G. Nice work at the toe & kewl polish.
Love the new acrylic. V. classy.Last edited by onimaru55; 07-01-2009 at 12:55 AM.
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07-01-2009, 03:32 AM #18Chopper and Hacker
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Glen, Glen, Glen. What have you done? (I'll answer that ... created a STUNNING razor!)
Steve
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07-01-2009, 03:34 AM #19Chopper and Hacker
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I think I want to send back the Freddy Reynold's I got from you and get THESE scales!
Great job!
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07-01-2009, 04:13 AM #20Antipodean
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Love the scale material, I'll have to find me some in NZ to try out on the Sheffield 1/4 hollow I have coming. Oh, and gorgeous work - I especially like that you left it at a satin finish - it accentuates the age of the blade nicely while complementing those scales. The 3rd pin is a nice touch too!
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