I bought 22 rolls of 3M electrical tape off eBay for $17.99 free shipping! I use tape every time I hone.
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Since the scales of the Wiltshier in transparent horn was warped and too "homemade", I have rescaled it with a handle of the same epoch, in ivory and piqué work.
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Unknown maker, ~1820-1830. Stamped "Patent Tempered Steel". Had a nearly indistinguishable scroll-script etch of the word "Washington" on the blade which is nearly invisible now. New black horn scales with lead wedge.
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Nice job on replicating the original scales. Well done. Not a big fan of the decorative jewelry end caps. They are normally made from pot metal and break quite easily. I have used that same one and it happened when pinning it. Good luck and great looking horn scales nonetheless.
"Pailloux à Nantes", firs half XIX°
6/8" near wedge, scrimshaw on ivory scales and filework
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I didn't come on the forum to look at this post, but it's taken hold of me again :rolleyes:
Beautiful Razors gentlemen
Rodgers ~1820-1830 George IV regent stamp. I believe it to be from early in his reign. Blade is very thick and spine is ground flat. It is also the nearest example to a true wedge I've dealt with to date. Troublesome to hone. Condition is less than perfect, but a fantastic shaver none the less. New streaked horn scales.
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Has anyone ever seen a razor from this era with a guard?