I do have a Fat Handle Gold Tech that could use a home. But the case could use a relining, plus a couple of slits on the outside. So either do it in red like original, or what ever I have available for a redone razor. It'll take me a while to decide.
Cool. I just relined an old Gillette metal case. I did it in red felt. The case was gutted and I got it as part of a lot. I initially spray painted it black but I noticed the paint cracking so I stripped it and now it's an aged brass look to it. The nickel plating was already mostly gone.
Some stuff: Rocnel SE50 (Feather/Kai blade razor) have left Turkey and should be arriving in 7-10 days 1984-1989 W. Germany stamped Merkur Futur. NOS with all paper/box, etc Wilkinson Shavette from the 80's One stainless steel Timeless razor made in the US OC and scalloped head
I did the same on a case I showed in another thread about open comb razors, took off the plating and left it showing the brass, then lined it to fit the razor. One thing that I have done in the past on other types of cases, metal, wood and plastic, give it a good sanding. If possible, use etching primer on metal, then I use Rubberized Undercoating and spray a few light coats until completely covered. When dry, it'll have a textured feel to it and then it can be sprayed any color you like. It is very durable. Just might have to do it to this case.
I finally decided to have a stab at honing. I have a Naniwa SS 1000, Norton 4/8, DMT D8C, and a stone holder in transit. Yet another rabbit hole
Yes, it is yet another rabbit hole! I just picked up a 4000/8000 stone and a Chinese nat 12,000 to 15,000. It's very cool to be able to put an edge that you can actually use on a razor! Is there ever an end to this hobby? Let us know how it turns out.
I have Beaver Wooodwright Barnacle Bob soap and aftershave, and the Dr. Jon's/ Beaver Woodwright The Bandit colaberation in soap and aftershave splash.
Thursday!!! We're taking our five-year-old grandson to Disney World for his first theme park Adventure. ... to be continued... Don
Magic Kingdom Friday (every kid from 5-85 should go there) and Epcot Saturday(he's always pretending to go to different countries.) We are all there very excited. Thanks! ... to be continued... Don