Thread: Unstamped Razor w/ Two-Tone Walnut scales...Version 2.0!

You can see my first attempt at these scales here.

Last week I finished my first set of scales. There was some issues, and I was going to make new scales and keep these for nostalgic purposes. Then I said screw it. I took the razor apart and set out to do it right. I made a new wedge, one that wasn't tapered and was much thicker. I tapered the tang end of the scales to make it more comfortable in the hand. Then I refinished and repinned. My pinning on version 2.0 is much better. Still, I imagine those of you more seasoned than I would cringe at my pinning. I'm happy with it, though I plan on spending more time with the pins tomorrow to smooth and round them out better. I just couldn't wait to post my new pics.

The wood is walnut. It's from the same piece of wood despite the different colors. I like it a lot.

The result is a razor that looks almost identical, but on close inspection is a much better realized creation.

I plan to start a new set of scales for my Ontario razor. How can I further refine my technique in preparation for my second scales?

I also included a photo of the tang stamp...anyone recognize it?