Thread: Sources for replacement scales?

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Razor Scales & Pin kits

Steve is a member here (blueprinciple), and he is very knowledgable and helpful.

Robert Williams makes the scales SRD is selling. I bought a couple of them and they are first class and also include the hardware. Screws rather than pins so no worries with rivets or tightening.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

Robert Williams makes the scales SRD is selling. I bought a couple of them and they are first class and also include the hardware. Screws rather than pins so no worries with rivets or tightening.

Do you think the screws nice looking and sturdy? I've seen a few rescaled razors with the "adjustable" pins, but I'd imagine they might get loose/tight and need constant adjusting. Plus, I'm not sure about the look of those knobs...? Just my two cents.

Originally Posted by BingoBango

Do you think the screws nice looking and sturdy? I've seen a few rescaled razors with the "adjustable" pins, but I'd imagine they might get loose/tight and need constant adjusting. Plus, I'm not sure about the look of those knobs...? Just my two cents.

Here is a photo of one razor with those scales. It is the same hardware that Robert and other custom makers use on their high end razors. No issues with loosening pins IME.

Originally Posted by BingoBango

Do you think the screws nice looking and sturdy? I've seen a few rescaled razors with the "adjustable" pins, but I'd imagine they might get loose/tight and need constant adjusting. Plus, I'm not sure about the look of those knobs...? Just my two cents.

I used standard (2-56) folder screws when I re-handled my razor. I like the looks and I like being able to easily take everything apart for maintenance. The other bonus is that I used hardened pivots, so wear won't be an issue like it was on the pivot pin that I replaced. The original had a lot of blade play.



Phillip

Phil I like those. They look nice. What do you mean by standard folder screws? I would like something like that.

I think I found what you meant.... GOOGLE is my friend. lol

Folding Knife Parts : US Knife Makers!, Operated by a knifemaker for knifemakers!


Are roller bearings a little excessive? lol

Originally Posted by firefighter

I think I found what you meant.... GOOGLE is my friend. lol

Folding Knife Parts : US Knife Makers!, Operated by a knifemaker for knifemakers!


Are roller bearings a little excessive? lol

That's right. I got the little 1/8" pivot sets. Tracy Mickley is a good guy to deal with.