Wonderedge 11/16 in Desert Ironwood

started off pretty rough, the scales were warped, and starting to chip/crack near pivot on one of them. So, I was asked to rescale in desert ironwood.

I wasn't asked to transfer the inlays..but..not doing so would just be a tragedy IMO so I did it anyways ;)

I tried something new... I did about 15 layers of CA, relatively thick layers, and I tried to fully encapsulate the inlays in the finish. The result was good and bad. the good part--- they will never come off. EVER. They are totally covered by CA. my plan did work. That said, it created small valleys in the CA around the inlays, and it made it really hard to get in there and sand it down, and difficult to buff up. so, I ended up having a few finish imperfections here and there around the inlays. I think it turned out good overall, and I wouldn't be opposed to doing it again in this manner. It was mostly the perfectionist in me that was slightly dissatisfied. It took a lot of time though, that is for sure!

used all brass hardware, including some brass tubing to replace the boring black plastic tubing for the 3rd pin.

I ended up making a new wedge, and used carbon fiber..don't ask me why, it was just the first scrap of black stuff I found on the bench ;)

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I don't much care for wood scales but that looks amazing. Great work!

Looks good in the darker scales. Nicely done! :tu :tu

I don't like wood scales usually either, but I think that a dark, rich wood looks GREAT with inlays. Nice job
Edit: Ha, JoeD kinda beat me to the idea as I was typing!

Very nice work!

Lynn

My dear Undream:

You have talent, sir, and seem to a master of your craft. An exceptionally well done restoration. Congratulations. That razor is lovely.

Regards,
Obie

WOW!!!! That looks fantastic. Great work and the inlays WERE a must.

Those scales look wonderful! Truly a work of art.

Well done.

Lu

Holy **** what a fantastic looking razor. I really like the contrast of the darker replacement scales against the metal inlays. I think your replacement scales are actually a bit better looking than the original.

Truly drool worthy work Brad. I really wasn't a big fan of desert Ironwood till now.

I love the wood scales. Very nice work.

Goog

Love D.I. The logos came up well too. Purrty razor.

As close to an improvement over perfect as I've seen.

Beautiful work! :tu I totally concur with everyone who said that the bright inlays look fabulous against the dark wood.

Desert ironwood looks better and better as scale material. (Gotta get me some!)

Since the inlays are completely sealed in, does that mean that they'll keep their luster?

Thats a real beauty Brad, great work! :bow

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Since the inlays are completely sealed in, does that mean that they'll keep their luster?

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That is correct, I hope anyway!

I like it !!!!

Some fun in the making huh??? :)

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I like it !!!!

Some fun in the making huh??? :)

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lol, tons of fun :D

Super work.I love it! You're one of the "really good" ones.I would definitely not hesitate to ask you to restore one for me.

Beautiful :bow

That is one handsome razor!

Charlie

I LOVE Desert Ironwood :) Great job there :)

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Holy **** what a fantastic looking razor. I really like the contrast of the darker replacement scales against the metal inlays. I think your replacement scales are actually a bit better looking than the original.

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+1 I second that thought.
The new scales are very much to my liking.
The wood and the inlay work for my eye.

Undream

That is amazing. Great finish and gorgeous color, love the contrast with the wood, brass and blade.

I’ve been buying up Ironwood sculptures at Thrift Stores, I also collect books. I buy big broken ones for a couple of bucks. Looks like I’ll be sliceing em up soon. Thanks for the inspiration.

Great Work.

Marty

Simply beautiful

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WOW.. excellent work. The inlays seem to compliment the wood scales very nicely.