Thread: A sure test for ivory scales

I have a razor that I picked up off the bay for cheap, and the seller (who had tons of odds and ends for sale but only one razor) said that the scales were celluloid. I'm not sure if they are ivory or celluloid, so this thread interested me. I did the pin test on the inside of the scales and it didn't melt. I couldn't smell anything as I'm getting over a cold. I can see that there are very FEW small spots of what I guess you could compare to wood fibers after rough sanding with high grit, fraying on the inside of the scales. I haven't tried the "clanking on teeth" or shining up tests yet. The pins do not have any washers, and there is a hairline crack at the wedge end on one side. The wedge is metal of some type. I'm hoping that they are Ivory but if not no love lost for this razor, considering it only cost 13 bucks shipped and it will be a good shaver once I get it cleaned up & shave ready. I know that you guys can't be certain looking at pics but would love to hear your thoughts. Also if anyone has any info they can share with me about this Bingham razor I would appreciate it. Bingham is the only mark on the razor, & I couldn't find anything except info on tally ho razors when searching.

Thanks
Louis.