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  1. 06-04-2011, 06:46 PM #1
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    Default W&B "Special" in Purpleheart

    This is one of mine, that needed a bit more special attention. Back at the cottage, I was able to pull it apart and get in the shop for a bit.

    Hand sanded to 2500, and buffed with red rouge and fabulustre.

    For the scales, I tried the heat gun as suggested by our very own gssixgun. Many thanks G. It was way easier to control the outcome....although I found that once the wood starts to turn colour....it goes quick! Put a tung oil finish on it, and then buffed with a bees/orange wax compound.

    Finshed off with Nickel silver rod and brass washers. I am exited for this to return to my rotation.Name: W&B, Purpleheart, 3.jpg Views: 428 Size: 22.8 KBName: W&B, Purpleheart, 5.jpg Views: 436 Size: 33.8 KBName: W&B, Purpleheart, 10.jpg Views: 451 Size: 30.1 KBName: W&B, Purpleheart, 7.jpg Views: 448 Size: 32.5 KB
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    Nice Lines! Very cool.
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    I also have a W&B Special, and it is my smoothest shaver, granted, mine doesn't look nearly as nice as yours. Great job, and enjoy those buttery smooth shaves.
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    Wowww Maxi,
    That's a beautiful and "Special" razor. Well done

    PS: I have a Special W&B that Glen did for me, and I love it.. Fabulous shavers
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    Sweet. Got a huge soft spot for W & Bs.
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    Maxi, another great restore. Sensational. +1 with the W & B soft spot.
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