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  1. 05-27-2013, 08:32 PM #1
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    I found this some months ago in an antiques store for $300. I thought too much work for too much money. Just got back to the store today and it was $150. I expressed my concern for the work I need to put into the edge and it went down to $125. A nice lesson in patience. Now to get her shaving. Gonna have to take out the slight frown first.
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    wow $125 for a common razor with deep pitting and frown? prices have gone nuts while I wasn't looking.
    In any case you've got your work cut out for you and I think it'll be a good lesson.

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    To even out that frown it looks like you may have to hone right into the stabilizer...and then you've got the extensive toe wear to deal with.
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    Im usually pretty positive about things in general but honestly, this razor will never be a member of the big boys club...... Never. I think anyone supporting this razors purchase at that type 'margin' is the reason every guy with a W&B thinks he's sitting on a c-note or better. Idk when things got this out if hand with the pricing.

    I came across a neat W&B extra hollow sway back at a flea market yesterday. Heavy black patina, and a cracked then regroun stabilizer. Couldn't help but ask how much... Guy told me $50.... I chuckled and ghanked him.... He said you know this is a W&B right... This is the one people want!!!!
    I showed him a couple pics of my collection and offered him $10... Lol... Needless to say the guy thinks its worth more than $50.... I told him to put it on eBay and maybe he'll get rich!
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    Its a fun experience. The frown is gone. Setting the edge is taking quite a bit of effort. I know it was costly but one has to make mistakes. There is no pitting in the edge so I am happy as it is coming along nicely.
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    Glad she makes you happy, which is all that counts, but I would have passed on that one at that price myself.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pyrateknight View Post
    Its a fun experience. The frown is gone. Setting the edge is taking quite a bit of effort. I know it was costly but one has to make mistakes. There is no pitting in the edge so I am happy as it is coming along nicely.
    I'm glad you took the time with her. I'm sure she'll shave well.
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