Thread: Restoration needs...

Ok, maybe this should go under the newbie section... but im leaning more towards here.

What sort of tools/equipment do I need to make scales and restore blades? I know I need bills CD! Anything else? What kind of investment am I looking at making to be able to creat scales and restore razors? Thanks

At the bare minimum...

Tools:
Rotary tool (drum sanding bit, drill bits, cutting wheels)
Coping saw (more money: scroll saw)
various sandpapers (150-600grit for satin finishes, up to 2500grit for mirror)
tablespoon (but a decent light peening hammer would be much better)

A stationary beld sander & bandsaw aren't neccessary, but will make things much easier.

Supplies:
1/16" brass rod (for pins)
#0 size washers
3/32" brass rod (optional, if you want bushings)
scale material (ie. some wood and CA for the finish)
metal polish (flitz, simichrome, MAAS, etc.)


And above all... time and patience. That's about all I can think of off the top of my head; there also much more that can be usefull and make things easier.

I'll add #0W washers for inner use.

You may also need a blade to work with. A drill press would help, but not necessary.

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.