Usually when I start working on a razor I'll sketch the blade a few times in a small sketch book I have, then I'll draw a few different types or shapes of scales. It gives me an idea of what will look right and a finished design to work toward.

I'm no artist and I can't draw to save my life so I just trace the blade closely and shade it and sketch the details then use pencil crayons for the scales and wedge.

Anyone else? I've seen drawings in some of the "in progress" pics posted so I'm guessing I'm not the only one.