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06-29-2008, 07:15 PM
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2nd frameback
Her are pics of my second frameback the frame is made of mild steel the blade is cut from an old hand saw. The scales are ebony the wedge is ivory. I have some better looking button head torx screws but have not put them in yet because I do not have the right torx driver. The blade has a hot vinegar patina.
The first frameback that I made turned out to be a top tier shaver, so far I have used it for about two weeks and still going great.
I think that if you can figure a way to cut the slot for the blade that this method is a good for the hobby razor maker. The frame and blade were cut out and shaped with a hacksaw and files. I used a regular wood working belt sander to thin the blade after hardening. The small blade is also easy to get to critical temperature for heat treating.
Charlie
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06-29-2008, 07:33 PM
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That is one of the most gorgeous blades, I think I have ever seen. Cograts on making a beauty like that!
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06-29-2008, 07:35 PM
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This razor is awesome. Love the shape, love the ebony scales……how do I get one
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06-29-2008, 08:24 PM
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That is a very cool razor!
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06-29-2008, 08:56 PM
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That is a beautiful piece of art. I like the retro-futuristic design, reminiscent of the novels of Verne and Wells.
You make it sound too simple in your explanation how to make such a stunning piece. I don't doubt one second that it takes great skill and patience.
Congratulations,
Bart.
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Wow, what a beautiful razor. Original shape, nice mat finish and total appearance.
I hope it shave as good as it looks
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06-29-2008, 11:51 PM
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so many ideas so little time.
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06-30-2008, 12:00 AM
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Beautiful work!
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06-30-2008, 12:28 AM
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That look fantastic! I love the big humpback look. Not to make you give up your secrets but how did you get such a sharp transition of grinds on the spine? And how does the hot vinegar thing work?
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06-30-2008, 01:04 AM
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Absolutely spectacular... I am really taken by the shape you've given it
Have you had a look at the micro end mill bits that come up on ebay from time to time?
They are dremel sized bits but a dremel is way too fast for end milling steel
You might be able to use one in a drill press... if you have one.
Greg Frazer
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06-30-2008, 01:36 AM
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.... I am speechless... you are an inspiration to this razormakerwannabee... Damn fine razor |
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Absolutely stunning, I love the look. You did an excellent job!!
Bob
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06-30-2008, 04:40 PM
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Thanks to all you for the positive comments, SRP is a great place.
I do have to say the razor is a PIA to strop I cannot strop on autopilot as usual, I have to slow down and think about what I am doing. Maybe it will get better with time.
Tjiscooler
The transition is from where I had the frame clamped in the vise. I used a file with a safe edge ( teeth ground off of one side ). The smooth side of the file was up against the vise.
This is the first time I tried the vinegar, I put the clean razor in an insulated mug then poured boiling vinegar over it and let it set. Total time in the vinegar was about two hours. I would take it out and wipe off the black film about every 30 minutes with scotch-brite.
Greg
I have thought about end mills and slitting saws but have not thought of an easy way to make them work. I used an abrasive cut off wheel in a die grinder to cut the slit. Forging Frame Back razor... fixed or removable blades? The slot came out a little large this time. I ended up hammering the slot closed till I had a nice interference fit. I think that I will do the same thing next time. Hammering the slot around some scrap blade stock, then taking out the stock and hammering a bit more made for a real good fit.
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06-30-2008, 05:27 PM
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Charlie, you are one clever chap. My wife (who is completely disinterested in razors) jaw hit the carpet at the sight of your razor. It is extreme Gothic.
Well done Marcus
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06-30-2008, 06:38 PM
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Spaz that has to be one of the nicest razors I have ever seen bar none!!!!!!!!!!
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06-30-2008, 07:03 PM
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with the steep curve of the blade, and the matte finish, the whole affair just screams "steampunk"
very cool looking
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06-30-2008, 07:21 PM
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That is one cool cutting machine!!!!!!!!
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06-30-2008, 08:09 PM
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Wicked, wicked, wicked.
You should expect plenty of WTB emails.
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