I just acquired a nice Wade and Butcher wedge that needs some loving. There's rust on the blade, the horn is warped and decaying, and the bevel is getting pretty wide. The blade has a cool etch that says "Wade and Butcher's Celebrated Fine India Steel razor".

I think that I want to give the blade a light regrind to remove the pitting and even up the bevel. Unfortunately, I like the looks of the blade etching. I also think I have to replace the scales.

What I want to know is what you experienced restorers would do with this razor. I want to maintain the feel of the original, but also make it into a functional tool.

Phillip