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    I like the look of those scales. Very nicely done.

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    ok I looked 3 times

    You cut the oversized wedge back, along with the end of the scales, and re-drilled the scales eliminating the pins that were too close to the wedge end, looks like new finish too.. So you fixed the problems and saved the scales

    That is what I think you did, please correct me if I am wrong


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    Awesome! much more streamlined.

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    Hi unfortunately my Red Point scales deteriorated in my hands this morning. 4 pieces. Broken beyond repair, was thinking JB Weld but to many pieces.
    I have the possibility of two older razors to scavenge from; one wood, one plastic. Which do you think would be the easiest for a beginner to work with??
    Thanks

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    Glen, you nailed it: cut back, sanded, pinned, and the finish touched up.

    Thanks to everyone for the feedback!

    Johnus, I'm limited to how much I can post during the day, but basically, with donor scales, go with whichever ones fit the blade best. You don't want them to be too big so the blade closes too fr into them; you don't want them to be too long do that there's a big gap between the wedge an the end of the blade when closed, you don't want them to be to small so that the edge protrudes through the bottom. Basically, eye them up and see if they're a fit.

    Also, make sure you know how you're going to pin them before you start. See the wiki for details.

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    Thank you.

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    I quite liked the 'Snake Eye' look of the originals.

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    You're referring to the double pins in the wedge end? I liked them, too, but I failed to execute them well. I'll use multiple pins in the wedge again in a future set, but not until I get another big blade to justify the wide scales.

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    Nice looking scales, really awesome actually. Great thinking on the do over.

    I too have been making some scales and its like anything else: you make mistakes
    but you learn from them. I love the process however its tons of fun.

    Working on buffalo horn pair at the moment.

    Chris

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    Here is a photo of a Weltmeister with buckeye burl scales that had a weak spot in the center of the rear scale. A coworker pinched the scales together and the wood snapped in half.

    The scales were originally made by Dave Stephens who was kind enough to repair this break by glueing a maple liner inside each scale. Worked great. So don't pinch your scales together. You seem to have two mini-knots and an inclusion in the center of your front scale. Be careful.

    I was broken hearted when mine broke. Bill Ellis lines some of his burl wood scales with aluminum. I have a TI with burl that he did. Good luck with your scales.....

    JERRY
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