New scale project

I decided to start on a new scale project while I anxiously await the arrival of my anvil/chasing hammer/brass rod to finish my last project.

These scales are going on a "The Artist" razor, Levering razor co.

Since the razor is called "the artist", I decided that the scales should be somewhat different than your average scales. I've seen some beautifully carved scales on here recently, and I have nowhere near that level of skill yet. Knowing that they are not as artistic as some, I humbly present the beginnings of my scales for the artist.

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They are made from red oak craft board from Lowes (I know, not very exotic). The wedge is a piece of the maple I used for my last scales. I'm hoping that the difference in the two woods will become more apparent as I progress through the sandpaper grits and finish the scales.

Thanks for looking.

Nice, remember you could use amber shellac to give it an aged appearance and contrast the two woods, .ir stain, or a number of oil finishes to darken the grain a bit.

Not bad for your first. Are you going to stain them or leave the natural color? I would recommend a few coats of poly to protect the wood and give a nice finish. I use Danish Oil on mine first and let it dry for a few days. It soaks into the wood and gives an added protection level. When you get a little more confident try Purple Heart wood, Zebra wood or Lace wood. They have a great grain and are not expensive. Good luck and keep up the good work.

It's actually my second set. The first it made from maple. I used clear shellac on the first set, but I disliked working with it. I've heard of other options, like cyanoacrylate, epoxy, etc. but I don't really like the idea of working with those at be when I get more experienced.

I plan to leave the natural color, so whatever I use I want it to be clear.

Nice design and I think you'll get the wedge contrast you're looking for once finished.