"The chemical process by which a patina forms is called patination, and a work of art coated by a patina is said to be patinated."
This razor club is different in that it is open to all makes of razor. The only requirement for membership is that the finish on the razor's blade be unrestored. Not all antique or vintage razors survive to the present with an attractive patina but those that do deserve recognition and their owners encouragement to appreciate their appearance and leave them as is. The original scales are less durable and not a requirement but definitely a plus.
So many threads here focus on restoration that the option to leave a razor in its natural aged state can be overlooked. I'd like to draw a parallel with plastic surgery: unlike the human face all razors can be improved by restoration, but like the face it can lose something in the process.
I've posted this razor a few times now and I really do love it as is:
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Also let us know if you shave with the razor, I use my FBU and it is a wonderful shaver.