8/8 G Wostenholm Celebrated I-XL Faux-Frameback

A full Vintage restore, this one wasn't in bad shape at all, I know I have before pics someplace, or maybe Justin does...
We decided on a full tear down and restore on this beauty, a full 1 inch of Sheffield steel this thing is massive :)
I polished out the original horn scales with some new Polishing Paper in 400-600-1200-4000-6000-8000 then buffed with Blue Magic the finish is unbelievable...
The paper is something that Phil Dobson left for me to try out when he stopped by the ranch yesterday here is the link to it...

3M Tri-M-Ite


The blade was just lightly buffed then polished I used the old thrust washers and went with new Brass pins and washers like the originals were...

This is one I am looking forward to shaving in the morning :)



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Also for anyone that thinks I thought up the idea of balancing razors out to the tang :) I didn't I just figured if most every one of the vintage razors balanced to the tang, maybe those old smart guys knew a thing or two about making razors :rofl2: Ya Think ????

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Absolutely beautiful razor. Someone is going to be very happy!

My oh my, That is one good looking razor:)
Those scales are simply gorgeous Glen.
Prettiest horn I ever saw!
Thanks for the link to the Sanding products, those might come in handy.

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Thanks for the link to the Sanding products, those might come in handy.

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They worked pretty slick "B",, virtually no dust...

Gorgeous razor. Always love to see your work, Glen... especially when I'm shaving with it... :tu

Understated beauty. Great detail work really lets that special blade and horn have a commanding presence.

It has an "actions speak louder than words" sort of look to it. A razor anyone would be proud to have and respect.

Simply Beautiful Glen. My hat is off to you once again!

Will N.

Now THATS what I am talking about. Excellent treatment for a FINE blade! The original scales? Amazing!

This one looks just as good or better than it did when the first owner saw it in the display case. A very nice restoration.

Beautiful restore Glen. Looks great. BTW, what did you use for the wedge on that one?

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Beautiful restore Glen. Looks great. BTW, what did you use for the wedge on that one?

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Thanks, It is the original Lead Wedge, I did a refit on it with a 320 grit belt on my Grinder and polished it with Blue magic and a buffing wheel :) honest it was the original it is just really shiny now hehehe

Another masterful restore by Glen-mesiter :bow. Well done maestro :tu

You got another winner out of the shop.

Phil has a fair few tricks up his sleeve doesn't he?.

Wow that's fantastic. All original and I guarantee the pin job is better then when it was first bought. Awesome job Glen!!!!
P.s. thanks for the link

G the Wiz ! That could not have looked better even when it was new. Looks like an awesome polish on the horn too. Thanx for the link :tu

Dang !!!

That's just stunning Glen.

You attention to the detailing is astonishing.

every time I see one of your restores I am still amazed. excellent work every time.

Thats truly a beautiful thing. Great work Glen

That is freaking gorgeous!

love the lines on that beauty !

Soon you will get the hang of this restoration biz. another outstanding job. No wonder you have a waiting list.

Thats a georgious looking razor! Great work on the restore Glen.

great, now you've gone and done it. I thought i had my RAD under control and my collection was complete (at least for a few years) when i finally got my DD wonderedge but now....well that just looks so sick I am going to be on the hunt for one for who knows how long

that thing looks awesome

Gorgeous! It looks like brand new, but still old at the same time.

Those old guys you mention didn't have air conditioning. I'll bet they sat in the shade of a dingleberry tree.

Looks awesome. That horn looks fantastic. Good as new.

Glad to see that paper is working out for you. I like the shiny lead wedge.

Thats awesome Glen, great job! I really love the shape of the scales, they look really sleek. :bow

The new owner is going to be delighted with that!

So very tastefully done. Excellent... I have to have you do one for me someday. (sigh, someday!!).

M

You gave the razor second life. It's a beauty queen now. Very good job!