Brass or Nickel pins for my first restoration?

[Straightandproud]

I am jumping in with both feet. Got this old battle axe on the bay as my first restoration project. So far I have successfully removed the scales without damage and wet sanded out the tarnish and corrosion. I need to order a 1/16" pinning kit. Would you recommend Brass or Nickel? And what type of washers are preferred?

[Straightandproud]

Sanded down to 1200 grit so far. Currently working on cleaning/polishing the scales.

[Euclid440]

Were you able to save the original collars?

[Straightandproud]

Were you able to save the original collars?

Had to file thru one. The other is in rough shape.

What I am really wondering is the pro's and con's of Brass vs Nickel. The brass will obviously be easier to work with. And I think it will look good with the copper plated end caps on the scales. The nickel will more than likely be more durable. But is that level of durability necessary? I see both on various razors. If it is just a matter of looks, I will just go with the brass.

[bouschie]

It looks like the end caps are brass so I would go with brass pins.

[Ernie1980]

The blade looks good! I am still learning to pin, I have had mostly poor results. Brass is easier to work with though, so you should probably start there.