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Apparently John Watts framebacks aren’t so rare. There a few mentions in fora on SRP.

Did a web search and found this reference to the company: John Watts Ltd.

They were in business until...

Found this https://sharprazorpalace.com/workshop/85215-pressed-leather-scales.html?highlight=Leather+scales

Glen seems to think simple shoe polish ought to be enough.

I have no idea what the scales would have looked like originally. If they are leather, can I use a leather treatment to bring some shine/protection to them or is that going to take away from the...

Found this one in the wild. I’ve not heard of the manufacturer and the only markings are “John Watts - Sheffield”.

It’d my first frameback and I’d appreciate any info folks might be able to...