Thread: Celluloid scales and durability...

Originally Posted by CrownCork

So the spine is not resting on the backside of the scales. I have seen people do it and post in their SOTD. My father taught me the same thing and to never hold a razor by it's scales unless it is closed. I am not trying to debate. Just clarify the statement the OP made. The discussion seemed to be wandering into celluloid etc

We are wandering into celluloid, it's properties, strengths and weaknesses as the OP's post clearly included this quote;
"AS USUAL, CELLULOID'S NOT VERY DURABLE; to preserve, NEVER open the blade more than ~2/3rds of a circle, & NEVER squeeze on the handle near the pivot-it'll crack if you do either of these things, but give it the respect of NEVER violating those two axioms and you'll be richer and fine."
This seemingly notes the seller's issues with celluloid, and it's integrity. A discussion on celluloid could ensue, naturally.
Moving razor blades through an entire range of degrees is another discussion entirely, IMO.
They could be scaled with anything.
This is about Celluloid, I think? If you pay attention, much has been shared, learned.