wedge problem

**sinnfein** · 03-05-2011, 05:16 PM

ok i bought a razor about a month ago and love it, probably one of my best shaver. but over the last month i dont know if the wedge grew or the blade grew because when i go to close the razor the tip of the blade (square point) catches on the wedge. what is the easiest way to fix this? i have never done any type of restoration so i dont really want to take it apart if its not necessary. thanks

-dan-

**Stropper** · 03-05-2011, 05:57 PM

Check to see if the wedge has twisted around the pin some. This could be what is causing it to hit where it didn't before.

**stimpy52** · 03-05-2011, 06:22 PM

A picture would be helpful. Is it a plastic wedge. or something else that might easily be filed away a bit? Is the wedge pin loose and letting the wedge swing around a little? Inquiring minds need to know...

**sinnfein** · 03-05-2011, 06:38 PM

it doesnt seem to be loose at all, i was thinking id just try and fit a file in there to file it down a bit

**stimpy52** · 03-05-2011, 06:42 PM

A narrow, flat diamond file works well. Be gentle. Take a look at the scales and see if they're starting to warp a bit.

**dirtychrome** · 03-05-2011, 07:07 PM

Also pay attention to pivot pin. If the pivot hole is ovaled out, razor may close different at different times

**Maxi** · 03-05-2011, 07:53 PM

+1 to Dirtychrome. Your razor can move "forward" if your pivot hole is enlarged, causing the tip to close on the wedge. Be careful and give the toe of the razor a little push with your finger and see what happens.

**nun2sharp** · 03-05-2011, 07:57 PM

Sounds like a Red Imp to me. Rotate the wedge.

**sharptonn** · 03-06-2011, 03:44 AM

Originally Posted by nun2sharp

Sounds like a Red Imp to me. Rotate the wedge.

Bring out the Holy Hacksaw blade!

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