Thread: where can I get these pins?

Originally Posted by Katanado

would it be wize to grind the barrel down with a grinder to make it flush with the tang?

There's 2 ways to use the barrel. Llike I explained or like Butch does partly because he's a custom maker and it's easier to put everything together when you do it all from blade to scales. A brand new custom made straight razor is usually straight. Most vintage razors can have some tang issues. In that case if you go straight to the outside of the scales you will encounter problems centering the blade as there is no play. I have found it easier to do it my way on most vintage straight razors. Both ways work, you just have to find what works best for you.

I usually saw it in 2 with my dremel (metal cutting wheel) as I can use 1 barrel twice. I use my belt sander to sand/cut to width. The grinder could work but I'll make sure not to use the fastest speed and also clamp that barrel onto something so you don't end cursing trying to find it while crawling around on your hand and knees.