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    Well I managed to snag this guy off eBay for a steal but it had horrible scales and was in need of a new set. It took me a long time to finally get around to making some but I'm finally done. They are ebony with a horn wedge and suit the shape and age of the blade well I think. I just love that the grain and color of the ebony came out so well. Oh and now my other one has someone his age to play with.

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    You've just inspired me to re-commence making ebony scales I love their subtle beauty and strength.

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    Quote Originally Posted by sheffieldlover View Post
    You've just inspired me to re-commence making ebony scales I love their subtle beauty and strength.
    I'm honoured sir. Thank you. I do my best.

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    Well after taking the last picture the blade in the back fell over and dinged the edge a bit. I'll say that honing out a chip on a blade like this takes a good amount of patience. I did finally get it out and honed up to shaving sharp again. I have got to be more careful with these blades. The shave test on the ebony blade is tonight.

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    I love the way these razors look. Thanks very much for posting!

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    My pleasure regularjoe. They are things of beauty for sure.

    Well the test shave went poorly. It seems I still don't have the hang of honing wedges yet. It has been re-honed and I will try again in a few days.

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