Thread: Look what came in the Mail 5 W&B's and a B.J. Eyre

So I have been waiting for these to show up and they came today. Sad thing was the W&B Bow razor either was cracked or became cracked while in transit. So was wondering should I have them restored or just sharpened? Take the poll and lets see what the vote tally will be. Oh just one more thing

The US ARMY lettering on the one razor looks funny to me anyone have any Ideas on that.

Very nice lot you've got there. Kind of envious of that big ole W&B...been keeping my eye out for one of those myself

If you want to know the cost to restore, you should PM whoever you want to do the work - prices for that sort of thing are not discussed in the open.

The restore vs MAAS question is entirely personal preference.

All of those razors have personality and character, I'd leave them as-is and hone them.

Of course, I guess I'm a big hypocrite, because most of my old Sheffield razors actually have been restored and highly polished, but not all. That 19th century Sheffield steel just has something in it that uniquely polishes up like jewelry in capable hands, and I have a hard time resisting a big, hefty, flashy razor.

Holli4 sold me a pair of nice etched Wostenholm wedges that I wouldn't dream of having buffed. First, I'd lose the awesome honing job he did. But beyond that practical consideration, they have the nicest patina and unique etching, which just sets off the mirror polish on the bevel and spine alone. They look old, elegant, and capable. I wouldn't change them.

I wasnt asking for an open quote, but a ballpark amount for a restore. So I would know how many I could have done at a time as I have no clue as to how much a restore could cost.

Part of the reason it's not discussed is because there are a lot of details. Do you want new scales? What material and how elaborate? Do you want minimal work done or full mirror finishes? Each restorer will give you different options and different prices. (Also, the top guys are busy - people contact them, they don't go looking for razors to work on.)

very nice lot Congratulations. have fun.

Hello, Dllandry:

That is a striking haul. Congratulations.

Regards,
Obie

Congrats! A nice array/assortment you got there. I'd leave them in their current state, hone them up and enjoy your blades. Welcome btw!

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

Part of the reason it's not discussed is because there are a lot of details. Do you want new scales? What material and how elaborate? Do you want minimal work done or full mirror finishes? Each restorer will give you different options and different prices. (Also, the top guys are busy - people contact them, they don't go looking for razors to work on.)

sorry to bother you again I went to the rules section and this was all I could find about not discussing prices, its reguarding not discussing prices in the open for classifieds. I was not asking about the prices any one member may charge for a restore, but a ballpark like "Oh the average the price for a restore is somewhere between 75-150 depending one the level or work required.

If I havent looked enough for the specific rule you mention please let me know and I will look there and comply as this is an awesome site and I wouldnt want to be baned because of breaking rules.

6. Price discussion regarding classified ads is prohibited in open comments anywhere on the site. This discussion needs to take place via personal message or email between the concerned persons.