Bart
Well-Known Member
Gentlemen,
the goal of this thread is to work on a list of razor related topics, such as a declaration of terminology, methods used for honing and repairing razors, etc...
Everyone is free to add to the list and suggest improvements for already present lemmas.
Once the list gains some maturity, we'll compile it into an article for the Sharpening Academy (see the main menu of this website).
We will also try to add cross-references and additional links.
Here's an example:
Smile, smiling edge: when the edge of a razor razor has a curve that bulges outwards. The opposite of a frown [link to "frown"]. Requires special approach for sharpening, see under: "rolling X-stroke". [link to drawing or picture of a smiling razor]
Tang: Part of the razor between the pivot and the shoulder of a straight razor. Used to hold the razor with a pinch grip, while shaving. Very often stamped with makers marks. Jimps for a better grip are often present.
Please feel free to add to the list.
We're in search of a volunteer to follow up this thread.
Bart.
the goal of this thread is to work on a list of razor related topics, such as a declaration of terminology, methods used for honing and repairing razors, etc...
Everyone is free to add to the list and suggest improvements for already present lemmas.
Once the list gains some maturity, we'll compile it into an article for the Sharpening Academy (see the main menu of this website).
We will also try to add cross-references and additional links.
Here's an example:
Smile, smiling edge: when the edge of a razor razor has a curve that bulges outwards. The opposite of a frown [link to "frown"]. Requires special approach for sharpening, see under: "rolling X-stroke". [link to drawing or picture of a smiling razor]
Tang: Part of the razor between the pivot and the shoulder of a straight razor. Used to hold the razor with a pinch grip, while shaving. Very often stamped with makers marks. Jimps for a better grip are often present.
Please feel free to add to the list.
We're in search of a volunteer to follow up this thread.
Bart.