Thread: Is this unidentifiable wedge worth restoring?

Originally Posted by Chrisl

Weren't wedges like that, a "right triangle" as you put it designed to be used for preparing specimens for lab inspection rather than shaving?

Example: slicing paper thin shavings of tissue for examination? I have one with a similar cross section view that I have not yet restored and I thought if it didn't shave well, it would make a great kitchen tool for slicing paper thin shavings of garlic.

I don't think so, in this case. My view of the pictures says it's a wedge, just a little "off", which wasn't that uncommon, as the older wedges, and in particular older Sheffield razors were pretty much hand ground. What you're talking about is a razor that's ground completely flat on one side, and hollowed out on the other.

One more guy saying you are very lucky to have it!

Won't be easy but I definitely would like to have this restored. Unless you prefer to keep and enjoy as is, and find another like it (if you can) for actual use. But I'd rather restore this one and use it

Cheers
Ivo

Thanks for all the advice! I'll definitely restore this one. It's just a matter of when.

Originally Posted by BLW

Thanks for all the advice! I'll definitely restore this one. It's just a matter of when.

Be sure that you post pics! I think it's great that you've got it in your possession!