Thread: Narborough 7/8

I got a mint Narborough 7/8 from Joe with very nice chunky custom scales.

Sorry Joe but I found that the scales, whilst beautifully made, were creating havoc with the balance. The razor wanted to flop causing more concentration to keep the blade at the correct angle. As this razor is in continual rotation I needed to fix the balance.

Anyway I decided to give this awesome blade my best effort to date.

I followed Bill's blog for construction details etc..and made two part scales from walnut and cherry to give the most contrast.
I used a brass bolster / innner and a red plastic liner. The colours really go well together IMHO.

The original Joe's scales will dress something else I have in mind.

Wish I had a better camera as it looks far better in the flesh.

Gary

This is very rapid progression, Gary. Congratulations. Even with the self confessed bad camera it is still a very attractive piece. Me like.

X

Thanks Xman, I'm pleased with it.

Gary

Wow gary nice scales! I'm still waiting on Bill's CD because I'm making them out of elk horn and deer antler but I may just give it a try with the guide after seeing this.

Great Job.

Glen F

Hey FUD, just try with some ordinary materials to start with, don't use up your exotic stuff.

Check out Bill's Blog on his website and follow his work, it works.

Thanks for your kind comments.

Gary