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[QUOTE=Euclid440;1265722]Ivory is usually found on better razors, usually washerless pinned, is much thinner than bone, wood or plastic, has irregular grain and feels only like Ivory. Smooth like a...

As the consensus is that the scales are ivory, I am very reluctant to try to unpin them before refurbishing the blade. I would like to try to keep it all as original as possible.
With this in mind,...

Yes Bob, its virtually a wedge blade with a barbers notch but with a fair bit of spine wear.

Is it the grain or the colour or both which clarifies the decision ?

Hi
I recently acquired an old well worn Joseph Rodgers razor which I intend to renovate, and would appreciate some help from the Forum experts !
The scales appear to be made of a natural material...