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    I've finally done it. This is my first full restoration (scales included) so it's not perfect (the scales/wedge are a bit too long, there was some pitting I could not get rid of, the gap is too wide and I'm not too happy about the liners), but I've learned a few things:
    1) A heat gun will really speed up the CA process but...
    2) It will give off noxious fumes (that's why I treated the wedge with Truoil)
    3) Be extra careful with the measurements
    It's still a decent looker and will become a great shaver once I grind down the bevel by about 1/32 on the 1000. In addition to that it's great practice for the TEW that's on its way.

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    Thats a good looking razor! Nice job! Post some more pics when you get the chance, I would like to see them!
    Randolph Tuttle, a SRP Mentor for residents of Minnesota & western Wisconsin

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    Lookin' good.

    SO, do you hate and love her too?



    (yes, more pictures!)

    C utz

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    She's OK as a learning experience and should make a good shaver once I get her honed, so I'm not complaining too much, but I'm not deluding myself into thinking I created a masterpiece either lol.
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    As my photography isn't too good, I'll add a couple more points:
    1) The finish is 1000 grit satin. Looks better in person.
    2) The wood is padauk
    3) The blade was badly corroded when I got it, so I removed most of the etching just to get to this point.

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    Well done Ilija. I didn't know you had it in you.

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