Thread: First project

Pictured on the left is my first project razor. The scales that were on it are not the correct ones. I will be making some out of Oak.
I need some suggestions on this. Right now I'm using 600 grit wet/dry and liquid penetrating oil to sand the blade to a finish. Next will be 1000 grit, and then higher I suppose to get a mirror finish.
I don't think I will take all the pits out, but does anyone have any suggestion about the rust on the blade edge? What is the best method for removing it?