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I really like the look of hog tusks and I'd like to use it for razor scales but I can't find anything about it being used for staight razors, only knifes, is there a reason for this? are hog tusks unsuitable for razor scales for some reason?
Is there anyone who's worked with it before that can chime in.
I haven't used it, but why wouldn't it work? If it's good enough for knives, why not straights? I think it's a great idea, but I'm fresh out of warthog. I wonder if wild hog (as in, what's in the U.S.) would work. Don't see why not. Keep us posted.
John
I'm definitely not an expert but I can
see no reason why it can't be used.
Terry
You know what they say: "they use every part but the squeal"!
I have a razor done with warthog ivory scales by Robert Williams. I remember him telling me that it was very tough stuff and wore out bandsaw blades. Looks cool though.
For razor scales you need a basic starting blank size near 1x6x1/8 inches unless you plan on Hybrid, Inlayed, or Layered blanks..
Any material that can be Strong, Flexible, and Waterproof (or at least resistant) at the 1/10-1/8 in thickness should work :)
Thanks for the responses everyone, I don't have any project razors in need of scales at the moment but some hog ivory is now at the top of my "to buy" list.
You don't happen to have any pictures, do you? I'd really like to se how it looks on a razor.Quote:
Originally Posted by JimmyHAD
It works like any other Ivory (or so called Ivory:) the problem with warthog tusks is they tend to have a major curve to them.As jim says they can be tough on tools as the outer dentine is like cutting glass.Might also look at Hippo tusks,far easier to work with.
The straight one is walrus and the smiler is pre-ban elephant ivory.Quote:
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Jimmy has been drinking the ink again.
Y'know as Harley pointed out, I originally posted warthog scales and when I posted the pix I said walrus ...... Now I can't remember whether they are walrus or warthog. :thinking: Sending a PM to RW and see if he can clear up the mystery. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by HarleyFXST
They are pre- an elephant ivory and possibly mammoth I key by the look of the scales. Walrus ivory is very hard to get and warthog ivory isn't straight enough. I've tried warthog ivory and it would have to be a very small razor, indeed. They're highly curved and if you could get 4 inches, you'd be lucky. It's also very hard to cut and work. I wouldn't recommend it.
How about this blast from the past Robert. I was thinking the ivory with the pearl inlays was something different and could the small piece in between the 3 piece pearl/ivory/pearl scales be warthog ?
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That could be warthog ivory. It's good for small bit work and I've done some with warthog ivory but not much since its not suitable for full length scales.Quote:
Originally Posted by JimmyHAD
Whew ! Thought I might be getting oldtimer's disease ! I knew I remembered something with warthog. :) It is definitely a different color and grain than the others.Quote:
Originally Posted by PapaBull
walrus is not hard to find.Quote:
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http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b3...e/Wally002.jpg
I haven't run across much. Maybe I've been looking in the wrong places :)
Now you are just showin' off!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by JimmyHAD
Beautiful razors, Mr. Williams.
Thank you. Very much. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by HarleyFXST
Would love to have that tusk scrhimed one day,or maybe just bandsaw the sucker.Quote:
Originally Posted by PapaBull
I love the scrimshaw idea.... Just sayin'. By the way, I'm still hoping Berni can arrive in January. The going has been slow but we are an interview away.Quote:
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Sounds like a plan,best wishes Robert:)Quote:
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Actually.every time I bring that tusk to the shop with the intent of running it thru the bandsaw, I cringe.
Will do the deed one day,maybe tomorrow,Maybe:)
When I saw post #13 in this thread: http://straightrazorpalace.com/brush...ck-cape-2.html, I started thinking about this again, could it be used on something smaller like a Max Sprecher micro razor? I guess if you had a huge piece like in the mentioned post, you could maybe even use it for a regular sized straight.
