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

**gssixgun** · 06-29-2011, 10:03 PM

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

Ya Think ????

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**lz6** · 06-29-2011, 10:08 PM

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

**Birnando** · 06-29-2011, 10:09 PM

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.

**gssixgun** · 06-29-2011, 10:13 PM

Originally Posted by Birnando

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

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

**silks** · 06-29-2011, 10:34 PM

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

**dirtychrome** · 06-29-2011, 11:58 PM

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.

**WillN** · 06-30-2011, 12:46 AM

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

Will N.

**sharptonn** · 06-30-2011, 01:15 AM

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

**Stropper** · 06-30-2011, 01:21 AM

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.

**Str8Raz0r** · 06-30-2011, 02:59 AM

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

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