Thread: Not sure how to proceed with cleaning

Don't forget the option of leaving some tarnish/character on it. Always more than way to work a razor. Best part it's up to your preference. Have fun!

I strongly suggest that you use 4 inch wheels - the smaller the wheel (pad) the lower the feet per minute speed that you are effectively buffing with. Be very carefull when you are buffing - buffers tend to grab razors and throw them in places sharp things shouldn't go. Good luck.

Any suggestions on where to buy a low speed buffer, something in the 1100 rpm range and Lynn suggests? I looked on Harbor Freight and they only seem to have high speed. I realize that HF is not high end but for the little bit that I'll be using one that should be fine. I saw that they had grinders (3600 rpm) in the $30 - $40 range, is there a chance in hell of finding something in that price range in the 1100 rpm range?

I just found this grinder, it's variable speed, 0 - 10,000 RPM and the price is right. Any thoughts? Would I just be wasting my money?

It has no clearance, however thanks for the link I think I can use that for other parts of customization

BTW at the top of the forum "The Workshop" is a sticky in red

http://straightrazorpalace.com/works...wers-here.html


Note the name of the thread

in there is everything you could possibly need to know to get started, honest it is there

I have heard tell of a Restorist that uses those Crappy HF buffers and 4 in wheels, I have heard that he has done 1000's of razors on his and never had a problem

The problem with buffers and razors is heat, be careful of heat build up (This means the Razor and the Buffer) and you will do fine, start with the heavier thicker blades and get the hang of it before snapping a hollow into pieces or burning the temper

Read, watch and learn then start...


"Rush a Restore, Wreck a Razor" words to live by at this hobby

Originally Posted by gssixgun

in there is everything you could possibly need to know to get started, honest it is there

I have heard tell of a Restorist that uses those Crappy HF buffers and 4 in wheels, I have heard that he has done 1000's of razors on his and never had a problem

The problem with buffers and razors is heat, be careful of heat build up (This means the Razor and the Buffer) and you will do fine, start with the heavier thicker blades and get the hang of it before snapping a hollow into pieces or burning the temper

Read, watch and learn then start...


"Rush a Restore, Wreck a Razor" words to live by at this hobby

I spit a little on the screen when I read this part. You are the reason I haven't given serious thought to owning a buffer.