Thread: Restoration needs...

I forgot to mention abrasive flap wheels in 120/240/400 grit. They will get you well on your way to a nice satin finish. Ok on their own but they can be improved on by using radial bristle disks.

Hmmm, I haven't even looked at pricing this stuff, but im guessing its a pretty good lick?

The flap wheels are cheap. They cost me like $15 for 3 of each grit (9 total). Washers as well. Enough sand-paper to do about 10 razors should cost you about the same. Coping saws go for about $10. Rotary tools can go for as little as 20, but if you want one with a flex shaft, wait for a sale and you can get one for $50. Ballpeen hammer and an 11lb anvil can be bought for as little as $8. Rod stock should cost you about $3 for 3 1ft pieces, which is enough for quite a few razors. Metal polish will come out to about $5. Cheap CA glue can be bought for under $1. You can use small bits with your rotary tool, but I used my regular drill for the scales. You can get all you really need for about $100-150 if you shop right.

Originally Posted by FiReSTaRT

The flap wheels are cheap. They cost me like $15 for 3 of each grit (9 total). Washers as well. Enough sand-paper to do about 10 razors should cost you about the same. Coping saws go for about $10. Rotary tools can go for as little as 20, but if you want one with a flex shaft, wait for a sale and you can get one for $50. Ballpeen hammer and an 11lb anvil can be bought for as little as $8. Rod stock should cost you about $3 for 3 1ft pieces, which is enough for quite a few razors. Metal polish will come out to about $5. Cheap CA glue can be bought for under $1. You can use small bits with your rotary tool, but I used my regular drill for the scales. You can get all you really need for about $100-150 if you shop right.

Hmmm... I think I could swing $150 in the near future! Im actually building an office in my auto shop right now in new orleans and might be staying there for a couple months till I can find a place to stay in New Orleans... Driving from gulfport to new orleans everyday digs deep into your pockets on gas and time. What would I ever do in a shop all evening for 2 months

Get well on your way to giving your namesake a run for his money?

Originally Posted by FiReSTaRT

Get well on your way to giving your namesake a run for his money?

I'm don't think I will get that bored now. Besides, I got years and years before I could even consider putting something I made next to Bills.

At least 15 IF:
1) You have a comparable level of diligence/talent
2) He doesn't advance his craft even more
Good luck