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Well, I can answer two of those questions:
1. The handle is most likely horn (someone else may be able to expand upon what type of horn is actually used)
2. That, good sir, is The Original and Only Genuine Bow Razor Manufactured Solely by Wade & Butcher 
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08-19-2008, 12:33 AM
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Originally Posted by David_The_Zombie
Hello, I'm fairly new to straight shaving, I started with a 5/8 half hollow H. M. Christensen, but received this 6/8 razor today in the mail, purchased from dprender. I have a couple of questions,
1. What is the best way to clean up the blade?
2. Can anyone tell me what the probable material is for the scales?
3. Anyone know an approximate date range for when this was crafted?
4. Exactly what type of W&B is this?
5. if I remove the scales best way to clean them up for re-use?
I guess that's all for now, I shaved with her tonight and I really liked the control I felt with a bigger blade. I will be keeping this razor and would like her to look as beautiful as possible.
David
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I suppose you could call me dprender, though around here I go by another name.
I'm glad she arrived safe and sound. I can chime in and answer another of your questions; namely about cleaning the blade. Since she's only stained, I would suggest starting off with a metal polish. MAAS seems to be a popular choice around here. In the event that metal polish doesn't do the trick, you could try some high grit sand paper or a wire brush/steel wool.
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08-24-2008, 09:58 PM
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Hello!
Greetings at all!
This is a experiment of mine. Hope you like it 
Greetings from Germany!
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08-25-2008, 03:22 AM
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08-25-2008, 03:33 AM
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08-25-2008, 03:37 AM
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08-26-2008, 02:58 AM
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[quote=RosePipo;251833]Hello!
Greetings at all!
This is a experiment of mine. Hope you like it
Greetings from Germany!
G'day & Welcome
Nice pics -Nice razors
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08-26-2008, 03:57 AM
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Very very nice I like it, way to go.
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Hello!
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This is a experiment of mine. Hope you like it
Greetings from Germany!
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08-26-2008, 06:57 AM
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Wow, your experiment is going very well by the looks of it
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08-27-2008, 09:56 AM
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I just love my W&Bs... they are just incredible shavers... some razor porn for you naughty boys and girls:
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09-16-2008, 03:26 AM
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WOW - some terrific additions to the Shop!! Thanks everyone and I hope to be back on a regular basis soon!!!
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09-16-2008, 09:01 PM
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My latest addition to my W&B herd, a 6/8 (a little over actually) with horn scales and "Barbers Rattler" etched on the blade. It needs some cleaning up, but I think it will be a nice one.
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09-16-2008, 11:45 PM
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Man, that will be a nice one cleaned up! Be sure and show us some pictures when you finish it.
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09-20-2008, 01:04 PM
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Some really nice razors posted in this group. Thanks for sharing. Here are a few of mne.
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09-20-2008, 06:19 PM
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Them's some good classics you got yourself, Joed.
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09-28-2008, 09:37 AM
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My latest addition to my W&B collection - 15/16, "For barbers use".
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09-29-2008, 03:05 AM
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10-12-2008, 11:17 PM
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Here's an oblique point W&B wedge I just got today, the perspective of the photo doesn't show it though. Looks to be origional horn scales and original pins too, cool...
I tried polishing it up first, and then using vinegar to re-patina it, then sanded lightly to bring out the text. I may or may not keep it like this, I dunno. 
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10-12-2008, 11:40 PM
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Ockam, I like this one you posted. And look at the toe, nice! simple but scary
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10-18-2008, 05:24 AM
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One more good razor. W&B "American Razor", 15/16.
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