Thread: Source for inexpensive scales

Do any of you have such a source? I'd like something cheaper or than the $11 dovo scales at CS, or at least a source with more selection. Thanks

How about paint sticks from home depot?

You can get them for free.....


sorry lost it there for a second.

- Bob

I think traveller ( aka Gary ) sells the scales that he makes. You might PM him.

I have never seen a commercial source for razor scales other than Classic Shaving. I would guess one of the reasons is that 1) there's insufficient demand to make a product line of it, and 2)different blades requires different size/shaped scales.

So, most people make their own. If wood is your material of choice, it's not difficult... many members use only a coping saw and a hand drill... of course it would be nice to have a scroll saw, a drill press, and a 1" belt sander . You'll also need a selection of fine sandpapers and whatever you decide to use for a paint/sealer (eg, tung oil, CA, etc.).

Many members restore razors for a fee and/or will make you a set of scales... try posting a WTB (want to buy) in the Buy/Sell forum... I'm sure someone will contact you.

I recall one member buying a Zeepk with a handle he liked, and he threw out the blade. I can't remember who.

Originally Posted by RobertFontaine

How about paint sticks from home depot?

You can get them for free.....


sorry lost it there for a second.

- Bob

Sorry, but that is pretty damn funny!

lmao,
-Pary

Originally Posted by RobertFontaine

How about paint sticks from home depot?

You can get them for free.....


sorry lost it there for a second.

- Bob

Popsicle sticks and tongue depressors don't require as much cutting.

I was a little punchy when I wrote my response. The challenge with making them yourself is the first ones are definitely going to blow your budget of 11$ unless you use scraps for rescaling a wapi.

nice wood
sand paper
pins
oil, ca, varnish, lacquer, what have you.
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dremel, drill,


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Except for pins buying a Zeepk of the right size seems extremely cost effective. Still I'm certain the shipping of the 5$ razor will be higher than the razor so I'm guessing an 11$ budget brings us back to wood scraps.


- Bob

Making them myself seems like the best option so far. My only concern with wood scales would be water resistance. I usually use plain tung oil on my projects, would a few coats of this keep the scales in good shape for a few years of being rinsed every day?

Originally Posted by Inverness11

Making them myself seems like the best option so far. My only concern with wood scales would be water resistance. I usually use plain tung oil on my projects, would a few coats of this keep the scales in good shape for a few years of being rinsed every day?

Tung oil or CA (aka super glue) will work fine. Oily woods (eg, desert ironwood) don't necessarily need anything. And honestly, I almost never get my scales wet... in fact, I try to avoid getting water/lather anywhere near the hinge pins, too... and if I do I blow dry with a hair dryer. YMMV