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    Razorsmith JoshEarl's Avatar
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    Default First restoration effort

    I've sanded a blade before, but I didn't do a very good job. This was my first attempt at doing a full restoration.

    I used flap wheels starting at 240 grit, I think, and then going to 400. Because I didn't want to go into the blade they left a finish that was pretty uneven, so I did some hand-sanding to even things out near the edge. You can still see some dimples left by the tip of the flap wheels...

    I'm going to try working with Jason's sandpaper drums next time to even out the flap wheel markings.

    All in all, it came out better than I though it would. The tang is nice and shiny and makes me smile. I sanded it to 2000 grit and then used MAAS and a felt polishing wheel.

    The scales are from an old Sheffield that has more of a frown than I feel like honing out right now. They were in bad shape--very oxidized. I'm a little concerned that they may be outgassing, so I'll have to keep an eye on them. The Sheffield didn't show any signs of rust, though. My pinning techique needs some work, but the scales hold the blade snugly and in the center.

    I think I'll be keeping this one; it was sold by the now-defunct Edlis Barber Supply Company in Pittsburgh, a few miles from my home. I'm glad I could save this piece of local history. Now to hone it up...

    Bill's CD is on its way, too...

    Josh
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    The Voice in Your Head scarface's Avatar
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    Looks brand new!

    Those scales polished up real nice - altogether, it looks like a keeper.

    Nice job

    (...and I thought your first blade was supposed to have a big nick in it!.......damn!)

    -whatever

    -Lou

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    Nice effort there!

    I'm still trying to get my scale blanks cut

    Mind you I did score a nice scrollsaw at a GREAT price so Im one step closer.

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    Sweet stuff, Josh

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    Wow!



    Love the writing on the tang, that looks sweet! Pity your not selling it...

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