Definitely an improvement, you could still make it more of a wedge by thinning it out more towards the end.View attachment 45607
So made wedge, a bit thicker than planned but wanted the colour black to go with pale ash scales so stayed with ebony even though it is rather brittle. Harsh light and camera is exposing flaws but actually looking pretty good to the naked eye so definitely an improvement compared to my earlier tries.
Did you use internal washers?View attachment 45656
A problem peening: when opening blade it is a bit loose to start with but then from about the position shown in pic it is just fine, anyone with ideas on how to fix this?
I think this problem is because there is not enough bow in the scales. The reason why a wedge is necessary is down to the shape of the tang - most old razors have a tapered tang where the pin is fitted - consequently the scales must bow in order that the tang area in front of the pin does not catch on the side of the scales when the razor is closed. What you appear to be experiencing is slackness when the razor is just opened then tightening as the wider part of the tang engages the scales.View attachment 45656
A problem peening: when opening blade it is a bit loose to start with but then from about the position shown in pic it is just fine, anyone with ideas on how to fix this?