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1. Patina - There is some rust on an area where the patina is. This will invariably lead me to remove some patina while removing rust. How can I re-add this patina? Could I remove all the patina and use jeweler's grade antiquing solution to do this? Are there other methods?

2. Enameling - I know it isn't real enamel, as the temp required to bake the enamel could mess up the temper. Is it just enamel paint, IE testors enamel paint? If so, I understand that I should put it on carefully with something akin to a toothpick, then get the excess off carefully with an exacto knife or something. I am afraid that would damage the antiquing that I will have to do to the razor. What order should I do this in, or do you have any suggestions?

3. Warped/scuffed scales - are they celluloid? If so, I understand the process of straightening them, but I do not understand the process of polishing them. I really want to get a good shine on them, because I want to use the original scales. Any suggestions, or do you know what the scales may be made of if not celluloid?

4. Scale emblem - I understand it originally had some sort of brass shine on them of some sort. Any idea how I could restore that, or if it is possible? Is gold or brass leaf possible? Any suggestions are appreciated.
1. I think a picture would help get a better answer, but I would just remove the rust and leave the rest of the patina that isn't rusted. you could try the process of acid etching to get some of the patina back in that space.

2. I don't know what enamel you speak of on the razor or scales.

3. If they are the red plastic scales I don't think they are celluloid. If you search for "fixing warped scales" you will find a couple different methods for how to accomplish this. I actually fixed a bend in my Red Imp scales and documented it on here.

4. If the scale emblem is still deep, I would put some gold/yellow enamel in there and call it a day. Gold leafing probably won't hold up to handling it, especially since that little red devil emblem is usually pretty shallow. But pictures would help with this determination as well.