Nothing to be nervous about. Just be gentle and do a little at a time. The bars move pretty easily. (also you may want to put a little tape on the screwdriver so as not to scratch the razor.
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Gillette Fatboy Restoration
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GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
SteveChuckFrank
Close Enough*
This is a distinct possibility everytime I try ti fix something ???
SteveChuckFrank
Close Enough*
Well against my better judgment, I faced my fears....
I’m not sure you can tell from the pics, but it seems to be fixed. I’m sure it’s not perfect, but the razor open and closes smoothly now and both sides appear to be pretty even. Taking it for a test run tomorrow.
I’m not sure you can tell from the pics, but it seems to be fixed. I’m sure it’s not perfect, but the razor open and closes smoothly now and both sides appear to be pretty even. Taking it for a test run tomorrow.
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Well against my better judgment, I faced my fears....
I’m not sure you can tell from the pics, but it seems to be fixed. I’m sure it’s not perfect, but the razor open and closes smoothly now and both sides appear to be pretty even. Taking it for a test run tomorrow.
Aw now the other side is off. Just kidding.
Needs a test shave now!
SteveChuckFrank
Close Enough*
Aw now the other side is off. Just kidding.
Needs a test shave now!
Sure does. I’m excited to break it out again!
I think you did a good job man of three names! You may have inspired me to straighten out my slim!
SteveChuckFrank
Close Enough*
Well it looks good. Tonight’s shave will determine how good of a job it actually is lol.
Nope. The Katrina razor was someone else. That one was under water for a few days. Rust Boy was bought online (and in worse condition than alluded to in the posting) and sent out for repair and replating.
The Aristocrat began its journey back to me 2/1/19, or 30 days after Sportshaving received it. Two razors sent to them, total time spent there 54 days, or an average of 27 days. Nice turnaround time, especially when compared to what others ask you to wait. Pictures when the razor reaches me.
Well then...I suck! Got them confused...sorry!
Very interested to see the results!I have a couple of razors that I am looking to restore.
Nick at Sportshaving did my Sheraton a few years back:
It cost about $80 for 18K gold. Prices remain the same.
That is sharp looking!
Not a FB, but here are before & after photos of my '46/7 Aristocrat, replated by sportshaving.com for $82.85, shipping included It spent 30 days in the shop.
Before:
It wasn't in bad shape, but the gold was worn.
After:
I'm pleased with Nick's work.
Before:
It wasn't in bad shape, but the gold was worn.
After:
I'm pleased with Nick's work.
I have three other razors, also replated. They all needed it much so than the 'Crat. Truthfully, I kind of felt bad for the homely little guy. As my favorite razor, I felt I owed him a shiny new coat.