The Naked Tech

Discussion in 'Safety Razors' started by srpavko, May 20, 2013.

  1. srpavko

    srpavko Fastrak Super Duty Hustler

    I posted a few shots over in "The Haul" but here are a few after I got it all shined up.

    Before.

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    After a TarnX treatment.

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    Finally after some TLC, a few passes across the buffer, and some polish.
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    This razor was quite a pleasant surprise. I had no idea what finish it was when I bought it. Now I know what to look for to make more of these "Naked Techs".
     
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  2. tuxxdk

    tuxxdk International Penguin of Mystery

    That's some serious TLC it has recieved! Very nice job.

    What do you use for buffing and polishing?
     
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  3. 178-bplatoon

    178-bplatoon Well-Known Member

    :happy096: "VERY" nice job!! I'm a fan of the polished brass and copper look also. Although I've never tried it I wonder if coating the razor with laquer or some other clear coat would help to keep it from re-tarnishing?? :)
     
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  4. swarden43

    swarden43 "It's your shave. Enjoy it your way."©

  5. ohpaos

    ohpaos Smiley Provider

    Smokin' hot!
     
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  6. JRod22

    JRod22 Well-Known Member

    Well done buddy
     
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  7. GlennConti

    GlennConti Well-Known Member

    Really nice! +1 on the well done.

    Edit: I have never tried this product but supposedly works well as a clear coat for copper jewelry and brass. It is safe for skin contact and is reversible and will not yellow. It can be sprayed on or dipped.

    http://www.everbritecoatings.com/ProtectaClear.htm
     
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  8. richgem

    richgem suffering from chronic clicker hand cramps

    Nice clean up! Now, be sure to sell it on eBay as a "limited edition, ultra-rare two-tone." Reserve pricing of at least $100. :rofl:
     
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  9. Lothar101

    Lothar101 Active Member

    Beautiful after the clean-up !
     
  10. ohpaos

    ohpaos Smiley Provider

    "Minty", but "patina" can be added upon request. :p
     
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  11. richgem

    richgem suffering from chronic clicker hand cramps

    D'oh! I forgot "mint condition."
     
  12. youngunn

    youngunn Where's my TSD aftershave balm???

    I've never heard of nakeds before, this mean there's no plating?
     
  13. richgem

    richgem suffering from chronic clicker hand cramps

    "Naked" because all the plating was shot to blazes. Not a specific model.
     
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  14. srpavko

    srpavko Fastrak Super Duty Hustler

    The plating was all removed by some process a while ago. It wasn't worn off, too clean. This was on purpose.

    I use a dremel and a buffing wheel on my grinder (6in). For a compound I have found the Weiman polish found at Walmart is inexpensive and does an amazing job.

    And thanks for all of the compliments!!
     
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  15. BigT

    BigT Well-Known Member

    Very nice clean up. Good job!
     
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  16. tuxxdk

    tuxxdk International Penguin of Mystery

    Thanks - time to dig out the old machinery now!
     
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  17. Ryan B

    Ryan B Knight of the Soapocracy

    Nicely done my good man.
     
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  18. There appears to be two distinct colors/metals in this razor. Are the cap and handle made of different metal than the base plate or is this just from varying degrees of plating loss?
    Either way it is beautiful and unique.
     
  19. feeltheburn

    feeltheburn Well-Known Member

    The cap and most of the handle are copper. The baseplate and top of the handle are brass.
     
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  20. I like the mix. It looks very classy.
     
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