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    Default My first restore El-Fenix Frame-back

    i spent some time getting my hands dirty with this frame-back.


    and then my first attempt at peen-ing the pins was pretty good. After watching all of the videos and reading the threads, i could "visualize" all of the little comments and tips that everyone talks about.. really proud of myself right now!


    I need better lighting, darn shadows and crappy droid camera function...

    it's a fingerprint magnet now!

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    Looks like you did a fine job! That rascal should be a great shaver...I'm personally fond of framebacks. If you haven't gotten to honing yet, I'm sure we can work something affordable out (shipping) if you will contact me via PM.
    Last edited by ScottGoodman; 02-28-2011 at 11:36 PM. Reason: add freebie offer...
    Southeastern Oklahoma/Northeastern Texas helper. Please don't hesitate to contact me.
    Thank you and God Bless, Scott

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    Quote Originally Posted by shooter74743 View Post
    Looks like you did a fine job! That rascal should be a great shaver...I'm personally fond of framebacks. If you haven't gotten to honing yet, I'm sure we can work something affordable out (shipping) if you will contact me via PM.
    thanks, i have been practicing my honing, but I probably could use a fresh comparison. Thanks PM probably incoming soon.

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    nice job.

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    Awesome job! It looks great, and good pinning job as well. What progression did u use for the blade to get it cleaned up?

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    A fine work! You should be proud. Looks fantastic! Now get Shooter to hone it and.....Shave with it! Thats a nice offer!
    Last edited by sharptonn; 03-01-2011 at 01:38 AM.
    "Don't be stubborn. You are missing out."
    I rest my case.

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    +1, you should be proud. Thats quite a transformation.
    Grant.
    "I aint like that no more...my wife, she cured me of drinking and wickedness"
    Clint Eastwood as William Munny in Unforgiven

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    Quote Originally Posted by thewatermark View Post
    Awesome job! It looks great, and good pinning job as well. What progression did u use for the blade to get it cleaned up?
    thanks, i started with some 60 grit for some of the bad pitting ending up with deep scratches, and then moved to 220, 500,800,1000,1200,1500,2000 followed by mag polish...

    i just used what i had and then only thing i didn't use was 80. I probably need something between 80 and 220.

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    Look's great! Let us know how it works out as a shaver.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Qatsats View Post
    Look's great! Let us know how it works out as a shaver.
    I had shaved on it unrestored (honed up myself a couple of weeks ago). It shaves very nicely although i think it needs a more experienced honer to get a better edge with the right tools.

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