Thread: New Idea??? Experimentation....

This is really funny timing. I was watching a show last night where they had a bucket full of sand that air got pumped into and the sand basically turned into quicksand. Objects would sink or float just like it water. Apparently it's used as a parts cleaner and I was wondering how it would work on razors. I realize this isn't the exact kind of machine your talking about, but it's similar enough to be weird to me. I think that the flowing sand would have less chance of damaging the edge, but I don't know if it would be overly harsh. Obviously it would only be the first step in a standard-ish progression, but it could take out the rust removal process and get rid of some pitting. Can't wait to see how your experiment turns out.

Very interesting idea. I wouldn't think the edge would be damaged. If anything I would think it would bring the edge back to a pre-bevel condition requiring honing from scratch, but that would be half the fun.

Chris L

The new media is being picked up today by the SWMBO so I should be able to try this tonight!!!!!
And yes the tumbler basically floats the razor inside a circulating bath of media...
I have not ruled out using very fine sand in a sandblasting unit either I have access to one with my neighbor and SRP member Cat28...
So this might be a long thread.....

You have the coolest toys...

Wouldn't a thin strip of tape protect the bevel? Never seen one of these in action so I speculate but it wouldn't vibrate rough enough to cut a piece of scotch tape would it?

Just a thought

I have thought of using the tape on the bevel, but actually I am going to first see if I even need it...(without would yield a nice even polish)
Being realistic we don't hone before restores anyway so what does it really matter if the bevel is dulled, just so long as there are no chips or cracks I would be happy....

Originally Posted by gssixgun

Being realistic we don't hone before restores anyway so what does it really matter if the bevel is dulled, just so long as there are no chips or cracks I would be happy....

Exactly.

Cool thread!

Chris L

Originally Posted by KingOfMalkier

This is really funny timing. I was watching a show last night where they had a bucket full of sand that air got pumped into and the sand basically turned into quicksand.

I saw that episode of Smash Lab last night as well and had the exact same idea