Thread: Help with wood scales please

Originally Posted by UKRob

The objective of the wedge is to create a bow so that the tang fits into the scale without catching - bearer washers also help here. I've used un-stabilised very dense woods (Ebony, Rosewood) with no problems - and in terms of thickness you need to get them to a stage where they are flexible enough accommodate the wedge bow.

Personally I prefer more of a lustre than a high gloss finish, so some final polishing compound over a finishing oil is my preferred method. You don't need liners - except for decoration if you want.

Finally, think very hard before inscribing any lyrics - especially anything by John Farnham. If done properly the razor will outlive you and I'm sure you wouldn't want to leave him as a legacy.

lol.

I must admit, his music isn't the type I listen to regularly, but he has done heaps for charity which I respect very much, and seems to be avery decent fellow, the type who would fit in with the SRP crowd, plus I do like a number of his songs even if I hardly listen to them. He's a gentleman, so to speak. The song "you're the voice" is somewhat iconic, but I really like men at work - land down-under - vegemite sandwich line, as I think is sums up Aussies well... a bit of fun, dont take things too seriously, its all about having a laugh.

But I do hear what you are saying, which is why I was leaving that to last and leaning towards not engraving.

I am not after a shiny finish, I would prefer an oiled wood look rather than anything glossy. That way I think the wood grain /characteristic shows itself better.

Actually, If I really think about it, the most Aussie thing would be to leave the project half-finished, as it's hit beer-o'clock and everyone's headed to the pub lol

You might be able to do a boomerang shape, if the blade sat across the hollow of the v then the platypus might be a ble to be seen.
I am not sure how practical it would be in use though.
Initially i was going to sugest a pair of thongs (flip flops/ jandals) but they would definately get in the way.

Thanks Ed,

I like both thoughts, but the boomerang idea would certainly be the most feasible.

Andrew

make the scales out old XXXX cans like the hats etc you see or the all powerful VB badge inlayed on it hey
nothing more Aussie than that,
then to top it off leave the second scale unfinnished like a council project LOL