What sized washers for re-pinning?

This is my first attempt at re-scaling a razor.
I'm looking at Maggard kits with washers 1/16" x 1/8" and 1/16" x 3/16". Are they the right size?
They offer brass and nickle/silver pin material. Would brass be good for a first timer?
I'm guessing the large washer goes between the scale and blade.
I hate being a green horn. LOL

You are correct on size large in small out. They are thin. Either material can be used. Go slow and gentle. My first rescale was a disaster. I practiced with spare wood until I was ok then still was able to bend the rod and break the scales I made practice on scrap wood

Don't forget they're is actually a FLAT side to the washers... Make sure this goes towards the scales!

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Originally Posted by JTmke

You are correct on size large in small out. They are thin. Either material can be used. Go slow and gentle. My first rescale was a disaster. I practiced with spare wood until I was ok then still was able to bend the rod and break the scales I made practice on scrap wood

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Great suggestion.

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Originally Posted by JTmke

You are correct on size large in small out. They are thin. Either material can be used. Go slow and gentle. My first rescale was a disaster. I practiced with spare wood until I was ok then still was able to bend the rod and break the scales I made practice on scrap wood

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I did a test pinning on some scrap pieces. Using brass, it went well.
I also tightened a razor that was getting a little loose. I was all puffed up with success when it was nice and tight.
Thanks for the suggestion.

A tip that does work is. In any fragile scales material. Drill the pin hole 50% bigger than the rod your using. That will receive. Any pressure when peening the rod over. For example. 1.6mm rod a 2mm hole is plenty. Trust me it works ;-)

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