Thread: Fixing a wavy edge...

I got an old genco razor from a friend. The blade seems to be in great shape (no major rust, no spots, scales are fine). the only problem is that the edge is a little wavy where it has slowely deteriorated. what's the best way to straighten it out and reset the bevel? I was thinking about using a low grit stone with straight passes to straighten it out. Is this the right decidion, or is there something else I should be doing? Thanks in advice for the advice!

I think it depends on how extreme the wavy-ness is. But definitely a low grit stone is your friend. Depending on the circumstance, you may want to consider what they call "breadknifing" the edge - hold the razor at 90 degress to the stone and saw away until straight. Extreme, but it can be effective.

Good luck

James.

Picture of the actual blade will help to decide what to say.i think you can use low grade stone as previously mentioned but tape good side of the blade.Again depends what condition is blade.good luck

I agree with Jimbo, just because that worked for me with a wavy edge I was sharpening

I agree with the previous posters but if you were to post a photo you would get more specific suggestions. The bread knife thing is effective but leaves a lot of work to get the edge back. A photo would tell if that was your best bet.

I've had a few razors with really undulating edges and the old breadknife routine was the only practical way to do it. If you use that routine just make sure your honing skills are up to snuff.

If there is any way to do it with aggressive hones that's the better way though more time consuming. The overall geometry will dictate what method is best.

I think I know what you are dealing with. I had a razor that had a slight bow to it. Not a smile, 90 degrees to that. Convex bow when looking from toe to heel of the razor.

Mine wasn't too bad and I just went ahead and honed it. The bevel on the back of the blade is a little thinner in the middle than on the front of the blade. Other than that, it is probably the best shaver I have right now.

I hadn't thought of breadknifing. I've used that technique of some woodworking tools before to good effect. And since I was planning to reset the bevel anyways...perhaps I'll go that direction with this project. The joys you get when you purchase things sight unseen! Thanks for the help!