Thread: Anyone interested in a PSA Sanding disk kit for razor restoration?

Not because I have something against restored razors...

I certainly hope not...

Quite the opposite, I find the attitude towards restored razors disturbing in the general public. Just look at the low prices beautifully restored razors go for vs. their un-restored cousins. The difference is not enough to cover the labour much less the upfront investment in the craft, tools and consumables.

For razors restored is regarded as refurbished while for the rest of the antique world, proper restoration is highly prized and sought after.

I don't buy them because I can't afford much at the moment and want to learn to do it myself. Can't get there if I pay someone to do it for me .

If you're still taking names - please add mine.

As a more general question, where would I even begin if I wanted to learn about making blades/knives? Bill's site has piqued my interest and I've been itching for a new hobby...

OK, you are on the list but you are the absolute last name on the committed list.

If anyone wants one after this they will be on stand-by list. I don't want to over-commit. The supplies are on their way and I want to have extras for the screw-ups. If I am lucky and don't screw up much then the stand-by fliers will get one too. Each in his turn of signing up to make it fair.

On Knife making: I think that Bill should answer your question. I myself don't make knives, just razor scales and am starting to restore razors.

However, I bought two books to get a better understanding of metal work in general. Both are by Tim McReight: Custom Knife Making and The Complete Metalsmith. The knife book is 10 custom knife projects with information on setting up a workshop with very basic tools and custom knife projects from start to finish. Each one introduces new techniques or styles. I like his writing style and attitude, it was very good reading. I don't yet want to make my own blades, but probably woud enjoy trying it one day.

It is in this book that I got the idea to sand a blade by hand to learn what the process feels like. He recommends not to get too hung up on fancy power tools and learn how the metal behaves with hand tools. After that as you get better you naturally progress to power tools. Then you only have to learn the tool, you already know the metal. Otherwise you are forced to learn both at the same time.

The other is a reference book on metals, alloys and their characteristics. It also describes all the different techniques of working with them including jewellery work, chain making, repouse, embossing, stone setting, gems, etc.... That one I loved. It is concise to the point of being terse but a great reference book.

I tried making a few chains just for fun and my kids loved to participate. I made them out of copper wire and soldered the links. When I get arround to building my Hydroxy torch I will be able to make welds and then it will start to be a blast. I started but decided to put it off until I have more money to devote to it.

I don't remember but think bought both at Amazon.

Thanks for the info - please PM me regarding when and where I should send the money.

If others are looking for dremel (or dremel-type) tools, I found a decent kit at www.princessauto.com. It was roughly $20CDN for the tool, case, discs, and flexible attachment.

Here's the link:
http://www.princessauto.com/_osn.cfm...Y%20TOOL%20KIT

43 PC ROTARY TOOL KIT
$ 18.88

• Adjustable speed: 8,000-30,000 RPM
• 41" flexible shaft, stand and 40 pc. accessory kit
• Ideal for carving, grinding, engraving and polishing

Regular Price: $27.99
Weight: 4.7 lbs

ok, I've read the whole thread now I just wanted to make sure you hadn't laid out payment instructions already.

Related to movie making - the digicams can be good for low resolution, short films. However, if you have a miniDV or miniDVD camcorder then the process of making much better films is pretty easy if you have XP and a firewire cable. I can help with some of the technical stuff if need be.

I know the list is full but if you could add me to the stand by list I would appreciate it. Man this stuff is great!
Phillip

Phillip you are the first inline for stand-by. I don't foresee major issues so you have a very good chance to get yours with the rest of the guys.

Great just let me know how to get you payment. Thanks a lot
Phillip

Hey Vlad, just wondering how things are coming along Not trying to rush you, I just noticed that I hadn't heard much in the last few days on this thread