Part 2 of making a straight razor.
In this video I will:
Design the handle,
Prepare the handle material,
Finish grinding the blade,
Shape the handle,
Assemble the razor,
Sharpen the razor.
My biggest mistake here is the pivot pin. Most straight razors use a much thinner pin stock such as 1/16 rather than 1/8. I also shouldn't chamfer the ends of the pin as much, nor should I have left it so long. In the future, I will use smaller pins.
For better explanations on sharpening from more experienced creators, I would recommend you check out Walter Sorrells, Burrfection, Japanese Knife Imports, and Gough Custom to name a few.
For far better experience and knowledge regarding straight razors check out Lewis Razors. Most of what I know of making straight razors and their handles is from watching his videos.
5 сен 2024