08-26-2019, 01:59 PM
Gents,
Hello! Well I did it, I acquired a Wade & Butcher “The Celebrated” 17/16 FBU razor.
The blade appears to be in pretty good condition, and I think that this might just be a candidate for full restoration since the scales need to be replaced anyhow. I am trying to decide which way to go...stick with the traditional style of black horn scales or go with blue paua shell scales?
I am not an old hand at straight razors, but in my experience the 17/16 Wade & Butcher razors are a little more difficult to come by in good condition at a reasonable price, so I feel fortunate to have been able to buy this one.
I have two sweet 7/8 Wade & Butchers, but I wanted the big Granddaddy razor (I know it isn’t as old as my FGU, but neat none the less)!
I want to keep this to pass on to one of my sons...I just don’t know which way I want to go yet with the restore!
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
Vr
Matt
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Hello! Well I did it, I acquired a Wade & Butcher “The Celebrated” 17/16 FBU razor.
The blade appears to be in pretty good condition, and I think that this might just be a candidate for full restoration since the scales need to be replaced anyhow. I am trying to decide which way to go...stick with the traditional style of black horn scales or go with blue paua shell scales?
I am not an old hand at straight razors, but in my experience the 17/16 Wade & Butcher razors are a little more difficult to come by in good condition at a reasonable price, so I feel fortunate to have been able to buy this one.
I have two sweet 7/8 Wade & Butchers, but I wanted the big Granddaddy razor (I know it isn’t as old as my FGU, but neat none the less)!
I want to keep this to pass on to one of my sons...I just don’t know which way I want to go yet with the restore!
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
Vr
Matt
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08-26-2019, 02:39 PM
You have been lucky on this one! From the pics, it seems that it is in pretty good condition!
As far as the scale goes, I think that you should choose what appeal you the most as scale can be changed quite easily. If you're not fully satisfied eith the one you'll choose, you simply can replace them by another pair of scales.
As far as the scale goes, I think that you should choose what appeal you the most as scale can be changed quite easily. If you're not fully satisfied eith the one you'll choose, you simply can replace them by another pair of scales.
08-26-2019, 02:45 PM
(08-26-2019, 02:39 PM)ImJustMe Wrote: You have been lucky on this one! From the pics, it seems that it is in pretty good condition!
As far as the scale goes, I think that you should choose what appeal you the most as scale can be changed quite easily. If you're not fully satisfied eith the one you'll choose, you simply can replace them by another pair of scales.
Excellent point about the scales my friend!
Vr
Matt
08-27-2019, 11:49 AM
(08-27-2019, 11:26 AM)TheLegalRazor Wrote:(08-27-2019, 10:33 AM)Ols67 Wrote: That’s not a bad idea...ivory! Is there anyone that does great work with ivory scales?
Vr
Matt
Are you referring to real ivory? If so, it's illegal to buy or sell. There are some limited exceptions for pre-ban ivory, but it can get complicated.
Yes...real ivory...preban of course! I also have seen mammoth ivory scales which seem to be a good alternative if preban scales are too difficult.
Vr
Matt
08-28-2019, 03:29 PM
Gents,
Those do sound wonderful, and I have made up my mind...I am going with Mr. Sprecher and blue paua shell scales for this project. He comes highly recommended, and the blue paua scales that he does are amazing!
The blade is a bit over the top size and condition wise, and I want the scales to match it! Let’s get radical on this one!
I am very excited!
Vr
Matt
Those do sound wonderful, and I have made up my mind...I am going with Mr. Sprecher and blue paua shell scales for this project. He comes highly recommended, and the blue paua scales that he does are amazing!
The blade is a bit over the top size and condition wise, and I want the scales to match it! Let’s get radical on this one!
I am very excited!
Vr
Matt
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