Thread: Le Grelot 3/4

I bought the grelot with bone scales.

Thought I'd get something nice and classy

Only question is how do I properly take care of the bone? Is there anything different I should be doing with the scales after a shave?

Hi Basil,

Well, you pulled the trigger before I could finish typing, but I think you will be very happy with your new razor.

I used mine just yesterday morning and the shave was great. I won't go as far to say the razor is legendary, but it's a nice one.

You already have seen the accolades given to Martin so far in this thread, and I just say I agree!

For your bone scales, nothing too special, just make sure they're dry when you're done, as with other scales, so you won't leave any moisture on or near your blade between shaves. Others may chime in with more helpful info.

Enjoy!

Originally Posted by basil

I bought the grelot with bone scales.

Thought I'd get something nice and classy

Only question is how do I properly take care of the bone? Is there anything different I should be doing with the scales after a shave?

Hello, Basil:

Congratulations. You will be happy with the razor. Take care of it and it will give you good service and last a long time.

Keep the razor dry. This is important. That includes the blade, the shank, the scales and the pivot area. When oiling the blade after use, make sure you don't get oil on the bone scales.

Regards,
Obie

If I were to get oil on the bone what would happen?

Also thanks for the Link to your razor. I saw that shoulderless one but I like my stabilizers so opted skip it.

Also the prices are top notch. Even with the exchange and shipping it works to a great deal!

Originally Posted by basil

If I were to get oil on the bone what would happen?

Hello, Basil:

From my experience, oil seeps into the porous bone and stains it.

The way I look it for the daily shave is this: A clean and dry cloth is the only thing that belongs on the scales.

Regards,
Obie

If I may Gents:

A good quality wax, once or twice per year will keep most any Natural scales in great shape for many years... Personally I recommend "Renaissance Wax" but there are many other high quality preservation waxes out there that will work just fine...

Originally Posted by gssixgun

If I may Gents:

A good quality wax, once or twice per year will keep most any Natural scales in great shape for many years... Personally I recommend "Renaissance Wax" but there are many other high quality preservation waxes out there that will work just fine...

I know this will sound Luke quite the newbie question but what is this Renaissance wax?

I've heard a few mentions of it in the forums but what is it exactly?

Originally Posted by basil

I know this will sound Luke quite the newbie question but what is this Renaissance wax?

I've heard a few mentions of it in the forums but what is it exactly?

It's essentially a paste wax.

Here's a link about Renaissance Wax that'll help you out.

I have an older bone scaled razor that I use it on - it works great. I also have an new Boker Edelweiss but I haven't used the wax on those scales yet, because I want the handles to develop a little "character" first.

I use it on various plastic, horn, and wood scales, as well as the blades themselves. Just a little should do it.

I'm in the camp that thinks bone, horn and ivory should be treated with oil a few times a year. I use Walnut Oil. I just wipe it on and leave it for about 20 minutes and wipe it off. It helps prevent drying and cracking. As long as you don't leave it on a long time it won't stain the scales.

Originally Posted by thebigspendur

I'm in the camp that thinks bone, horn and ivory should be treated with oil a few times a year. I use Walnut Oil. I just wipe it on and leave it for about 20 minutes and wipe it off. It helps prevent drying and cracking. As long as you don't leave it on a long time it won't stain the scales.

If I were to use the wax it would protect the bone the same as the oil would it not?