I bought a Wade & Butcher"Celebrated Sheffield" for just under $25 today. The scales are cracked but still functional. I'll post pics when I get them. Any tips on making new scales for it?
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I bought a Wade & Butcher"Celebrated Sheffield" for just under $25 today. The scales are cracked but still functional. I'll post pics when I get them. Any tips on making new scales for it?
Super! Can't wait to see the pics!
Check the Wiki for scale making tips.
http://straightrazorpalace.com/srpwiki/index.php/Category:Scale_Making
If you like the old scales, you can always use them as a pattern for making new ones. Don't be afraid to take as much time as you want sanding your scales to get the shape and grain you are looking for.