I have a SR that needs a Full Restore how do I choose who to use?

[esp]

I have a SR that needs a full Restore. I went to the Member Services section and there are a few people that do Full restores. How do I choose who to use? I know the SR will need new Scales also so it's not just a polish and hone job.

[Del1r1um]

look at the photos they post in the gallery, and see who's style you like best... Then send PM's and talk about your ideas and find out who gets your vision, or who you'd like to give artistic license to.

Do you have a pic of the actual razor... a description with brand name and size perhaps?

[Ookla]

Most everyone offering restoration services has photos of their work. Each one has their individual style, pricing and methods. I would spend some time looking at different people's designs and discuss what you are trying to do with the people who's work you like the most. I send all of my restos to Glen. I usually give him total creative license and I always end up impressed. I am not trying to sound like a commercial. I have seen other guy's work and I am always amazed at the wealth of restoration talent we have around here.

[bassguy]

Each one has their individual style, pricing and methods... ...and I am always amazed at the wealth of restoration talent we have around here.

Exactly, everyone has a talent and a niche, as well as a wealth of photos in these forums of their work. Each guy has a different angle, technique, approach, aesthetic, so poke around the galleries for the work that resonates with your own sensibilities. Browse around, and communicate with the restorers you like, ask for quotes, estimated times, etc. Everyone is very friendly and we're all here to help one another out.

Oh and take pictures, they always help the conversation.

[esp]

[esp]

[janivar123]

I for one dont really like the idea of restoring a blade that i dont even know that i like
maybe just a little cleaning and honing
OTOH pm the guys your considering and find out what they think

[Del1r1um]

I just want Imitation Tortoise scales. I want the Blade completely restored polished,honed,sharpened and what ever else is needed. I bought it for a good price on Ebay. Not like it's the best SR in the world.

Any of the guys on members services could handle that list of wants...send out some PM's and see who is interested and what they'd do with your razor...

[HarleyFXST]

Another good idea is to do a search of posts made by the guys you are interested in . They usually post pics of their work, and you will get an idea of their personality from the text.

[esp]

Thanks for the suggestions everyone.