Thread: My first 7 day set

I got time. I just ran out of projects so this one is next. Not to stuff the thread in the pivot. OK. I was wondering how it was going to get in there. Guess it isn't. I got one cleaned but need to buy mineral oil. You should have seen the look on the wifes face when I asked her where the mineral oil was. She said she didn't know we had any. Ha. She's a good old bird and supports me in my crazy hobbies.
I did cover the edge with tape just to cut down on the cuts. They razors are sharp but not shaving ready. Holy Grail of set? I dont know about that being new, but I'm happy with them.

I will say in front of the whole crew here that "STEEL" was the fine gentleman who contacted me by PM and offered this set. And for a good price. I just wanted to thank STEEL in public but had been holding off. He seems like a quite sort and dont post a lot. A bit of mystery in the guy. I will admit I was a little hesitant to deal with him at first, but after a few PM's he seemed like a good guy. What a fine member he is to help me to get my first 7 day set!

And BTW, (sorry to go on) I also got a praising PM from a member the other day about how well I'm growing in this hobby and that he's been watching me. Was afraid I'd be another that jumped in and lost control but was happy I've picked up everything people were throwing at me. It sure is nice to deal with and talk with such a great group of folks. Thanks to ALL OF YOU! I'd buy you ALL a beer but afraid the trip around the world to find you all would set be back a bit too much. ha.

havent seen it mentioned, recommend adding the below to your cleaning kit for times when you dont want to un-pin the pivot. works great.

https://www.amazon.com/K-Tool-Intern...it+sanding+pen

Beautiful set

Originally Posted by Gasman

I got time. I just ran out of projects so this one is next. Not to stuff the thread in the pivot. OK. I was wondering how it was going to get in there. Guess it isn't. I got one cleaned but need to buy mineral oil. You should have seen the look on the wifes face when I asked her where the mineral oil was. She said she didn't know we had any. Ha. She's a good old bird and supports me in my crazy hobbies.
I did cover the edge with tape just to cut down on the cuts. They razors are sharp but not shaving ready. Holy Grail of set? I dont know about that being new, but I'm happy with them.

I will say in front of the whole crew here that "STEEL" was the fine gentleman who contacted me by PM and offered this set. And for a good price. I just wanted to thank STEEL in public but had been holding off. He seems like a quite sort and dont post a lot. A bit of mystery in the guy. I will admit I was a little hesitant to deal with him at first, but after a few PM's he seemed like a good guy. What a fine member he is to help me to get my first 7 day set!

And BTW, (sorry to go on) I also got a praising PM from a member the other day about how well I'm growing in this hobby and that he's been watching me. Was afraid I'd be another that jumped in and lost control but was happy I've picked up everything people were throwing at me. It sure is nice to deal with and talk with such a great group of folks. Thanks to ALL OF YOU! I'd buy you ALL a beer but afraid the trip around the world to find you all would set be back a bit too much. ha.

I'm glad you like them. It is a beautiful ivory set that needs some TLC. With your determination and the guy's help here it should be a fun project for you. Enjoy.

Thanks for the comment Steel. And for the deal on the set.

And to all, The set wasn't cheep by all means, but it was a good enough price I couldn't pass it up. Thanks to all for the comments.

That little sanding pen looks enteresting. Might have to look into it. Thanks Sloanwinters for the link.

Disburden makes me feel better for also not owning a proper 7-day set yet. Maybe I will be like tc and rolodave and work on a Bruno blade 7-day down the road.

Nice set, Gasman. Be sure to post more pics once you've gotten them all cleaned up.

One question re: sizes...are they 6/8?

I'd call the 11/16 but they might have started at 6/8.



BTW, This one is about done. Still needs honing and maybe just a little more time cleaning up but... I'm not going to get all the dark marks out of the tang and there is pitting on the tang thats not going to come out by hand without unpinning. I figure they are old so they should look to have some age. I'm just really happy with the blades. as they are in great shape. Guess someone had a problem with drying before closing them up and putting away so the tangs took some abuse.

didn't realize the shine on the blade didn't show up in the pic. Trust me, its shinny!