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  1. 11-28-2012, 01:50 AM #1
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    Default BIG George Brittain (and comparatively small John Barber) Restorations

    Two new additions to my collection: A much anticipated 10/8 George Brittain full hollow in the curliest curly koa I've ever seen (seriously 3D in person), with a sterling silver wedge in brass pins. The second is a 7/8 John Barber in some crazy box elder burl, ivory wedge, lined in ebony, with gold pins. The GB is finished in CA and the JB is done in epoxy resin. I didn't give either blade a full restore on the buffers they are pretty much as I found them. Last picture is the 10/8 George Brittain next to its 9/8 baby brother (who is now up for adoption I might add Both shave wonderfully! Name: DSC_0001.jpg Views: 2509 Size: 48.0 KBName: DSC_0003.jpg Views: 577 Size: 47.5 KBName: DSC_0004.jpg Views: 549 Size: 36.2 KBName: DSC_0006.jpg Views: 529 Size: 36.1 KBName: DSC_0009.jpg Views: 512 Size: 47.2 KB
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    Wow-those are simply stunning; that burl is unreal.
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    Sometimes it takes a big canvas to show off curly woods and it sure is and it sure did. Three great looking razors.

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    Incredible!
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    Very nice! Nothing like the natural products. All are one off pieces.
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    Wow, beautiful scales. Love that big 10/8 monster
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    It always amazes me that a mere 3/8" makes such a huge difference with these razors.
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    Two great looking pieces! A great addition to anyone's collection! Enjoy
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    Gotta love the uniqueness of natural materials like that wood.
    You did an excellent job of bringing out the beauty.
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    Nice work. The burl looks amazing.
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