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    Default Wostenholm split spine JGhost and Redwood Burl

    About a month ago I was having some fun on the board with a couple razors and promised that I would post one of the blades when I rescaled it. So here it is in Jade Ghost. The second razor is Redwood Burl.... probably one of the hardest woods that I've ever worked with. I am used to burls being soft and tempermental ... this one is like iron and probably the prettiest with amazing eyes thru-out. The blade may be changed when I can find something just a tad larger. Hope you like.... Steve
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    Wow I have never seen a spine like that on the ghost jade. And that burlwood is simply amazing, I agree that it could probably do with a slightly bigger blade as it appears to be a large set of scales which allows for more enjoyment of the uniqueness of the wood. Whatever the difficulties were in working with it the end result was well worth it.

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    Your right about that burl being good looking, it's beautiful.
    Very nice work on both razors.
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    Beautiful. When I finally get good at shaving with a SR and find a blade that I love I think redwood burl will definitely be the way to go.

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    Quote Originally Posted by breadstick View Post
    Beautiful. When I finally get good at shaving with a SR and find a blade that I love I think redwood burl will definitely be the way to go.
    I've seen it on ebay and specialty/exotic wood sites but could never seem to get my hands on it... let alone some this nice. I really like figures Amboyna and Thuya as well.... if you can find it.

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    I love them both Steve. Well done . If I had to choose, I'd be in trouble. Can't do it. They each have distinct characteristics fitting each blade.

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    Good, Hard work! They look fabulous! I think one blade looks familiar? Kudos!
    "Don't be stubborn. You are missing out".
    I rest my case.

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    Both of those turned out great. Love jade ghost, but that burl is something special. It looks like it has life running through its grains.

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    well done! These are beautiful razors.

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    Great craftsmanship! You've done both of these blades proud!

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