Thread: What are you working on?

Ultrasound2003 The only pins I'd use with that beautiful Fillarmonica are these https://www.ebay.com/itm/263904095830 . I would sand the bottoms down a bit. They will be beautiful. Just sayin.... IMHO, Austin

That's a beauty! I've never shaved with one though of course I've read good things.
I'd prefer to go to Austin for the domes.
The moment to stop with the blade face finish is a tough one for me.
Last night I mostly finished this reaper blade, mirror finish at one angle, perfect vertical grooves from spine to edge at another light angle.. Go back down in grit and keep working them or be happy with where it's at...???
That's always my question! Lol

Good to know your still around Johnathan ! Turned out well, can't wait to see it done with it's new washers.

Mike T I feel the same way. As hard as I try, I always hard critique my work.
The thing I appreciate the most about this group,
Is that member restores while kind and helpful, Are brutally honest.
While digging thru the files, and asking thru PM's . Scotchbrite wheels in the 4 inch size are very capable.
And dont break the bank. A 6' wheel is $40. a 4' wheel is $6.
The only reason I know, is because of the wisdom of the group.
TY Sir.

Hey Vern. Hope you are well. How is that fine son of yours doing?
Is he taking to wet shaving?
Your contributions to the group are useful and sound advise past forward.
Still have that balsa strop you made.

Originally Posted by ajkenne

Ultrasound2003 The only pins I'd use with that beautiful Fillarmonica are these https://www.ebay.com/itm/263904095830 . I would sand the bottoms down a bit. They will be beautiful. Just sayin.... IMHO, Austin

Bam that is money. Great link. That is what I have been hunting for.
Sound advise ajkeene. I saved that seller, buying something from him, maybe a sampler pack.

Good to see your still with us. Johnathan.
Not to be poking fun at ya, but ajkeene is who your getting your sweet collars from.

He sent me a sample pack, awhile back. Great way to try his goodies. Ya can't go wrong, bro.

Originally Posted by outback

That's what I was saying, Mike. These old blades were built to autosythe on their own. Look how their shaped, thick at the toe, thin at the heel. Wide at the toe, narrow at the heel. It makes the edge slanted, while shaving.

Hmm, never realize that was called something "scything". I'm fairly certain I end up doing it without thinking (p.s: i LOVE the older blades with that curve...idk why but I just love the curve).

You could call it a slicing motion too, but nobady like to put the words slice and neck together when talking straights.

You can also send Austin a PM and tell him what your wanting. He will put together a special order for ya.

Met someone the other day interested in straight shaving! Already has some experience and gave himself the mandatory painful first shave lol. Offered to touch up a shave ready razor he bought from me for free if he wanted, or try to help with anything else. He seemed really interested!