Thread: Perserving Escher label.

I received an Escher today with it's label in very good condition. I have another one that I got the labels wet and they peeled off. No big deal...I love that hone. This one I would like to keep as is. Packaging tape would fit perfectly, but not sure if I've seen tape recommended. Anyone use tape? I wouldn't want the tape to come off and take pieces of the label with it.

I've read that some sort of clean coat works well.

Originally Posted by jcsixx

I received an Escher today with it's label in very good condition. I have another one that I got the labels wet and they peeled off. No big deal...I love that hone. This one I would like to keep as is. Packaging tape would fit perfectly, but not sure if I've seen tape recommended. Anyone use tape? I wouldn't want the tape to come off and take pieces of the label with it.

I've read that some sort of clean coat works well.

i use nail polisher.
there is a lot more options out there.

Originally Posted by hi_bud_gl

i use nail polisher.
there is a lot more options out there.

Ah, excellent. Wifey has the clear stuff.

There a a few interesting threads about preserving Escher labels.

I'm still trying to find the best way of cleaning labels before applying preservatives.

This is what I did with all mine, as you can see there are near 1 year old now, and I use them a lot, wet dry wet dry so far not one problem with these

http://straightrazorpalace.com/hones...ne-labels.html

Hi G-Man, yes I have used tape or rather 3mil pressure sensitive Mylar to protect labels. Not all packaging tape is created equal. Solvents (acetone) would have dissolved this particular label. Watch out for air bubbles when applying.
Mike

AFAIC it depends on the label. Some of them soak off easily. If they do I soak, carefully remove the label, and store it in the box, if there is one, or in an envelope. For the tough type that won't peel, come hell or high water, I spray them with a document preservative called "Preserve It." So far so good.

MODINE

What is that SPECIAL STONE, is it a variety of barber hone? Must be quite special if you preserved the label...I think I want one....I have no idea why, I just do...HAD (u all understand I am sure)

Would a heavy coating of Renaissance Wax work?

I use shellac and it works great.