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04-06-2014, 12:58 PM #1Historically Inquisitive
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Thanks for the pics! I would say the scales are original to the blade, that said not ivory, but horn.
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04-06-2014, 01:08 PM #2Senior Member
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Not ivory for sure, could be horn though celluloid was what came to mind at first sight. If you could impose on SWMBO one more time ...... post a pic of the overall razor with the blade open we could tell you if it looks to be in good enough shape to warrant the expense of a restore, or if it is good enough as is to just polish with metal polish and a paper towel.
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04-07-2014, 11:18 AM #3Member
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so much for being 90% sure of anything
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04-07-2014, 02:42 PM #4Member
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Was really hoping it was ivory... I STILL think it is a natural material-the uneven color variations and yellowing just don't look like celluloid to me. But then(yikes) I could be wrong(again). My honing skills are kinda limited, but it cuts arm hair just as it is so I don't think I can hurt it too much. If I do mess up, ya'll can catch me whining in the honing forum. Thanks everyone! This site is great.
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