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02-04-2009, 03:11 AM #10
Many razors have a somewhat larger hole than 1/16th. In any case, the hole should be larger than exactly 1/16th so the 1/16 pin will go through without binding and your razor should work just fine even with a 1/8th hole.
However if you want to reduce the size with epoxy you may simply put a bit of tape to cover one side of the hole, lay the blade on its side (open side up) and fill the hole with epoxy, then close the open hole with another bit of tape and allow to cure. When cured, the tape is easily removed and you drill a new hole with a 1/6 bit... don't forget to ream the new hole a bit larger so the 1/16 pin will go through easily.
NOTE when drilling the new hole try too drill the hole perpendicular to the axis of the SPINE because the tang/tail is tapered on both sides... it is very easy to make the mistake of drilling perpendicular to one side of the tang… in this case, it may be difficult to get the blade centered in the scales.
Yes... it is the force of the ends of pins against the lock washer and in turn against scales that tightens the razor.
Almost any epoxy when cured can be drilled, sanded and/or treated like acrylic or wood… it should clearly state on the label.
Hope this helps some.Last edited by smythe; 02-04-2009 at 03:17 AM.
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