Thread: Need help identifying this wedge...

Originally Posted by tat2Ralfy

Well "the old english razor" was if I am correct a W&B thing, but as said on the fact it would have W&B on the tang, my first thoughts were something along the lines of "You lather good & I will Shave Well" but thats just a guess,

From what I have seen, there were som Frederick Reynolds "The Old English Razor" models, and the blade looks similar to mine, but no etching. And the text on the W&B that says "You Lather Well & I Will Shave Well" is set in diagonal rows of flowing, script type text. This one is in block text set on parallel lines. I am at a loss. I do like it though, and am looking forward to restoring it. I just wanted to try to ID beforehand. I am sure that at some point someone on here will pop up and know just what it is.

Well happy hunting mate and I cant wait to see it done.

O.K., folks. Started hand sanding this wedge today, along with a Genco Lincoln. Just going to take my time, a bit of sanding here and there. Spraying with WD40 between sessions to lessen the risk of rust. Have done a bit of reading, but can't find any wedge specific info as far as restorations go. Is there anything that I need to take into consideration when tackling this blade? I picked up some automotive grade 3M wet/dry paper in 220, 400, 800, and 1000. That should get me started, and I can pick up something higher for the final finish.

Any tips (aside from what is on the Wiki) would be great!

yes keep it going . you will get there. GL

I am also trying to mock up a set of scales... Not sure if I am going to replicate the original style, rounded ends, pretty plain - or do a set with a boxier end with double pins on the wedge. I think that larger scales will show off the grain of the Purpleheart a bit more as well. I really like the scales that Max makes for some of the wedges he does. Not that I am in a rush, as I will be sanding this thing forever!