Quote Originally Posted by mrsell63 View Post
I understand about the scales. I also understand about the satin finished blade. This means the metal surface is "brushed" which also means that there are minute, microscopic scratches on the surface of the steel which will invite some level of corrosion that a highly polished surface will tend to reject.

A brushed surface might do well on a working knife but a razor is a far more delicate instrument and needs to have a finish that is easily preserved. IMHO.......

We all strive for a polished edge, why not a polished blade to go with it?

JERRY
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In a wet environment it matters little whether it is polished or satin. It will rust in a matter of hours if not wiped dry and stored properly after a shave.