Thread: New "Resto" Technique (Tutorial Style) - Tumbler Alternative

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

You WILL NOT get a mirror finish if this method is your baseline, unless there are already no "marks" on your razor.

First off thanks for the tip, I'm definitely going to give this a try. Based on what I've quoted, I have to ask one question. I have two nice, nearly mirror razors with some oxidation that I can't remove simply with metal polish. I have avoided using sandpaper to keep the nice finish but will using this method require me to go to a high grit paper or to buffers? Or does this just basically keep the state of the blade as-is while removing rust, etc.?

So I went ahead and used the Flitz... Looks great. Such a wonderful tip for those of us who want to try something but lack a lot of free time for sanding.

Before: (I had the tape on it because my kids were still up and a dull razor is sharper than what an 18 month old or a 4 year old need to be touching if I get distracted)

Torrey before by harner.bill, on Flickr

After 10 or so minutes:

Torrey after by harner.bill, on Flickr


Black spots? by harner.bill, on Flickr

Thanks again for tip. The antique store just got a lot more fun. I guess I might have to learn how to hone and pick that stuff up next .

Those black spots are somewhat similar to what I have on my razors. Let me know if you're able to eliminate them with the flitz and wool

I'm trying to decide if I want to spend more time with the Flitz and wool or if I want to try and buff them out. Granted, a dremel with felt pads is my only buffer so I'm toying the idea over. Also wondering about soaking it in either kero or wd-40. Kero will get rid of most anything...

Originally Posted by ats200

First off thanks for the tip, I'm definitely going to give this a try. Based on what I've quoted, I have to ask one question. I have two nice, nearly mirror razors with some oxidation that I can't remove simply with metal polish. I have avoided using sandpaper to keep the nice finish but will using this method require me to go to a high grit paper or to buffers? Or does this just basically keep the state of the blade as-is while removing rust, etc.?

It depends. If the blade is really close to mirrored, you may notice scratches. If it's a bit satin, you may not. The scratches won't be deep, and you won't necessarily see them unless you are looking for them. Keep the pressure really light if you're going to give it a shot.

Originally Posted by ats200

Those black spots are somewhat similar to what I have on my razors. Let me know if you're able to eliminate them with the flitz and wool

It depends how deep the staining is. Real Devil's Spit won't come all the way out, and if it does it leaves pitting behind. Even if you get the staining out, the pits will still cast shadows into themselves and look like staining.

I tried this today with another brand of synth 000 wool and blue magic, it worked great!!
Thanks!