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  1. 07-12-2009, 09:27 PM #1
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    Default Scale Repair 201 - or slightly more advanced

    Lets look at a slightly more advanced scale repair...

    Basics being Glue / Epoxy / Acetone / Fiberglass etc:


    Starting with a set of broken scales for a C-MON, these were actually broken at the pivot so this is my only option for the repair...

    To make this more difficult these scales have inlays and bolsters...

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    First I look for an old scale that is close enough in size and curvature to work with... Never, ever, through away old razor parts...

    After I find one that is close, I line up the scales and drill out the holes to match...

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    As you can see adjustable pins from Microfasteners come in very handy...

    After every thing is lined up and drilled out I sand and file the scales to fit
    these will need to be polished out also after all the fitting...

    Hint: always shine up inlays and bolsters before removing from the old scales it is way easier and safer...

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    Using an acetone dip I pop loose the old bolsters and re-attach them to the new scale using some Med CA... After re-pinning and some minor fitting the scales are back on and as strong as new.... actually the one is new

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    That is a wonderful job and gret walk through on the process !
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    Nice, I can hardly tell the difference.
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    Wikified as part of your existing article on scale repair: Restoring a Straight Razor - Straight Razor Place Wiki. Thanks a lot, Glen - sterling stuff!
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    Very nice Glen, you show off your quality skills once more!
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    Great job with the explanation of the task at hand,,,with step by step pics to boot.
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    Man, you are always on time with these kinds of helpful tips and techniques.

    Thanks for freely sharing!!
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    Thankyou. i knew i was keeping all these old parts for a reason.
    Very nice work by the way.
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    "... Never, ever, throw away old razor parts..."

    There's a reason I have a box of razors labeled "wretched refuse," and you just showed why. I have yet to ever try to swap bolsters but maybe I'll give it a shot soon. Thanks for yet another great lesson.
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