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Ivory?
- Thread starter wayne1963
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I am assuming these are vintage straights? Would love to see pics when you get a chance. It might help out someone more knowledgeable than myself be able to determine. Congrats on the new (to you) razors!
global_dev
Shave Enthusiast
Tooth feel, look for Schreger lines, usually no collars on the pins
@wayne1963
Here are examples of ivory scales from my collection(except for the crazier looking Rodgers, I wish!). You should not expect to see washers on the pins. You should see natural variation in color and lines called Schreger lines like @global_dev mentioned. They should feel more substantial than plastic(heavier for their size) and should be more stiff. The wedge is likely made of lead or a black plastic/wood. Please send us photos!
Best wishes,
Matt
Here are examples of ivory scales from my collection(except for the crazier looking Rodgers, I wish!). You should not expect to see washers on the pins. You should see natural variation in color and lines called Schreger lines like @global_dev mentioned. They should feel more substantial than plastic(heavier for their size) and should be more stiff. The wedge is likely made of lead or a black plastic/wood. Please send us photos!
Best wishes,
Matt
I've tried uploading pics, but get an "image too big message". I feel like they are legit. When backlighted, the scales are a tad translucent. I can see the shape of the blade through them, something I can't do with any other razor I own.
Instead of using the insert pic button. Try doing a right click save picture. And then paste to your post. Hope this helps.
I know! This is a set I missed out on everlasting months ago, but their selling price was equivalent to a house payment!
I like them, but probably not that much.
