1. I recently completed a restoration on a razor that's been in the works for several months.
    My
    cousin, David, saw photos of the Rodgers razor I finished with the zebra wood scales and requested if I could make him one similar. He's never used a straight razor before, but is anxious to try one.
    So I chose a nice blade I had that I though would be ideal for a newcomer to the straight razor world: a 6/8" carbon steel blade with a 'softened' square tip made by T.Hessenbruch & Co. of Germany (1873 - 1906). The tang has some wear on both sides; the blade has some slight pitting near the spine but the edge is in very good shape.

    For the scales, I had several sets of the zebra wood and choose a set that had nice figure. David, like me, is a pretty big guy with large hands so I made the scales a bit thicker than I normally do.

    Once I finish honing the razor, he'll get it a short time after Christmas. :mail:
    I sent him a few teaser pics,so he's pretty excited….

    Some specs:
    - Zebra wood scales with CA finish
    - Solid brass pins and domed brass washers; inner brass washers
    - Indian rosewood end wedge


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  2. Looks great.
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  3. Well done! Bravo! Zebra wood allows for such a stunning finish! :happy096:
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  4. Wow...that's going to make one beautiful addition. Nicely done.
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  5. Very thoughtful of you, that's a beauty, love that wood. Great job.
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  6. Wat up Cuz'!!
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  7. Awww snap that is sweet...lucky dog.