I don't usually have the before photos of razors that I restore but this one is different because it's just such a beautiful piece that I want to record each step. The only photo so far is from Ebay but I will add others along the way.
For now, I would appreciate any advice on cleaning the scales - they are bone (I think) with what appear to be silver inlays. There's years of accumulated dirt on and in them and the pivot is very loose. However, apart from a small fracture at the wedge end they seem to be intact. I will try and keep the original washers.
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For now, I would appreciate any advice on cleaning the scales - they are bone (I think) with what appear to be silver inlays. There's years of accumulated dirt on and in them and the pivot is very loose. However, apart from a small fracture at the wedge end they seem to be intact. I will try and keep the original washers.
![](http://i1270.photobucket.com/albums/jj611/ukrob1/T2eC16hE9s2fDwzBRrCmQ1Z60_121_zpsa993b78b.jpg)