I have some hobby shops in my area so I'll check there for the rods. Thanks for the tips guys. Also, I may take some of you up on the offer for washers if I don't have any luck. I have read about Micro Fasteners, but how exactly do they differ from a basic rod and washer setup? I heard somewhere that they can come loose and you need to apply locktite? Am I over simplifying pinning by saying you only need 4 washers, 2 on the inside scale on either side of the razor and 2 on the outside of the scales. Insert rod and cut it to within 1/16 0r 1/32 of the outside washer and start peening with a hammer. Essentially flattening it around the outside washer? Of course repeat around wedge side? This begs the question why the wedge side needs a pin if you crazy glue the wedge in the scales. Is it for looks or to be able to maybe replace wedge or scales at a later time (possible dumb question)?