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Replacing scales, what thickness ?
Hi there, I just received my first vintage Straight razor in the mail today.
It's a Robinson and Thompson and the blade is very nice but the scales need to be replaced.
They look like horn and the metal wedge is also part of the scales, see pics.
The scales seem quite thin and delicate so I would like to know if generally speaking, do you
match the new scales to the exact thickness of the old ones or do you sometimes
make them thicker or "chunkier" ?
I notice that some wood razor scales are sold in 1/8", 1/4" and 5/16" thickness.
Do you gents have a preference when buying wood that will be used for razor scales ?
Any info will be greatly appreciated.
Bongo.