Thread: My first scales.............

I made cedar scales from my chicago razor today. http://straightrazorpalace.com/works...tz-clutto.html

I used butchers boston wax. It sealed real good when i shaved with it.

Awesome JOB !!

Thanks all guys, i put some oil that is used for furniture and then polish it with polish compound, more nicer ........

Great job. Just make sure to put a fresh coat of wax once a month, keeps them sealed and the oil from drying out and flaking over time.

Those scales look great. Nice wood choice.

Cheers.

Originally Posted by tiddle

Great job. Just make sure to put a fresh coat of wax once a month, keeps them sealed and the oil from drying out and flaking over time.

Thyanks sir, you mean i have to put wax, oil, from time to time?

Yes, furniture wax/ polish. I suggest one with beeswax and carnuba blend. When you use oils that penetrate the wood deeper like danish or tung rather than say varnish, they don't build much of a film or layers. With use and the oils in your skin, they fade and dry out over time. The wax will protect the finish. If you've seen antique furniture where the wood looks good but the finish is flaking or looks like spider web type cracks, the finish has dried and turned loose...I.e. the finish failed.

I did pine them, ok i realize it is not very nice, but the best things i could find .........................