Thread: First complete restore.

Some better pictures

Those are way better pictures. Razors are difficult to photograph. It looks pretty good. I have a scales question. Wedge or spacer?

Originally Posted by RezDog

Those are way better pictures. Razors are difficult to photograph. It looks pretty good. I have a scales question. Wedge or spacer?

Not sure what you mean by wedge or spacer but the wood between the scales is non tapered

That was the question. A spacer, which is a non tapered piece at the closed end of the scales, does not allow for flex. If you take a vintage razor and look at how they work. Looking at the back and opening the blade and rolling it around so it comes into the full open position, you will see the scales flex and move. There should be equal tension on the blade through the whole range. Now turning back to the how. The wedge has the same amount of taper as the taper on the tang and tail of the razor. The flex in the scale gives the moving tension. Too little flex or no taper in the wedge and they will not work right. If your wedge has the wrong angle the blade may always want to creep open, or the blade may become very sloppy in the straight open or stropping position. It is fairly simple as far as design goes. Those old timers are pretty clever.

This is just an idea. More of what I would do based on personal preferences. Some of the areas look a little lighter than others (possibly just the lighting). I would take it as inspiration and sand some areas so the razor looks "pocket-worn." Just my 2 cents.