Thread: Look at this beauty!!!

Originally Posted by Joed

Well it is a little more the worse for wear that the one I just restored but it can be done. http://straightrazorpalace.com/custo...-restored.html

Clean it up, put 'er back together and then back in service!

I'll definitely get it shave ready and try it out. I really like the heaviness of the blade. It's amazing the weight difference between it and some other blades of the same size. I also have a Joseph Elliot "Fine India Steel" that is a 7/8" and the weight is amazing.

Why is there such a weight difference between blades of the same size?

Scales are FUBAR but the blade will respond favorably to lots of sanding. The weight difference; measure the thickness of the spine on each razor. Total metal volume is higher for the heavier razor.

Originally Posted by wireless00

I'll definitely get it shave ready and try it out. I really like the heaviness of the blade. It's amazing the weight difference between it and some other blades of the same size. I also have a Joseph Elliot "Fine India Steel" that is a 7/8" and the weight is amazing.

Why is there such a weight difference between blades of the same size?

Originally Posted by Croaker

Scales are FUBAR but the blade will respond favorably to lots of sanding. The weight difference; measure the thickness of the spine on each razor. Total metal volume is higher for the heavier razor.

Looking at the width of the spine makes sense for the weight, but it amazes me as to how much of a difference there is. I'm hoping that the rust isn't too deep, but I will definitely make it shine. I sent one of my hones out to get lapped, so as soon as I get some new scales made I will get it honed up and give it a whirl.

Nice Find!

Blade should clean up really Nice! Should make a nice addition
to your razors. Good Luck!

Ronnie