Thread: Hart Razor Shave Ready?

Originally Posted by Rev

Would you mind explaining the process in more detail and include pics? I agree with your initial impressions of the scales by the way. The blade itself is exemplary.

Hello Rev. Here's a pic of the Hart with the refinished scales. It's not the best pic as I used an iPhone, and it's from the Hobby Themed SOTD, which is the only time I posted a SOTD. Anyway, I removed the scales, which is easy with a Hart. All you need is an allen wrench (not sure of the size). I then sanded out the cut marks and rough edges of the scales, then a went through a progression up to a high grit (I really don't remember the grits at this point), and finished with 0000 steel wool that I picked up at Home Depot. I then applied some True Oil with a cotton cloth while hanging the scales on a wire and let the coat dry over the course of a few hours. I applied approximately 10 coates over three days. I did some light buffing between coates with the steel wool. I picked up the True Oil from a local gun and fishing shop. It's important to let the True Oil dry between coates. The scales look beautiful now. Good luck!