Thread: Keep these scales?

So... keep these, rescale or try and refinish them. They do need to be repinned

My vote is restore and keep. They look nice from the pic provided.

+1 on restoring.

Bob

If they are not cracked or badly de-laminating then re-store... often times however when you go to de-pin them you get the definitive answer

Originally Posted by gssixgun

If they are not cracked or badly de-laminating then re-store... often times however when you go to de-pin them you get the definitive answer

something you can try when removing old pins -- you can generally saw through the old pin with one of these. Having the razor apart makes the process a little less risky. I promise you, though -- you can still break the scales, there's just a smaller chance.

http://www.amazon.com/Xacto-X75300-P.../dp/B00004Z2U4

Oh -- it's only called a razor saw because of its shape.

Nice, I have unpinned a few with a dremel that has worked great! But I see where that could apply as well

Definitely restore and keep!!

Frank, I have used this in the past for really difficult/valuable scales work pretty good but like you say it isn't a 100% option

SE - Saw Frame Set - Professional Jeweler's, Frame w/Blades, 3in. - Other Products - Amazon.com

I find a pin vise and sharp 1/16" drill bit chucked up very short is tough to beat for removing pins without scale damage. Oh...and patience!

Originally Posted by Splashone

I find a pin vise and sharp 1/16" drill bit chucked up very short is tough to beat for removing pins without scale damage. Oh...and patience!

What he says,do it by hand,go slow.