just in case,, woodcraft sells those pieces and badger knots.
AOS on Ebay
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just in case,, woodcraft sells those pieces and badger knots.
And this is party of the reason why this community is so great. 
Doing a google search for razor turning kits netted me the website I was thinking of:
http://www.thegoldennib.com/index.p...ath=68&zenid=8ade127b523e781dbbace0768ecbc4ab
Doing a google search for razor turning kits netted me the website I was thinking of:
http://www.thegoldennib.com/index.p...ath=68&zenid=8ade127b523e781dbbace0768ecbc4ab
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The ad on ebay for the Fusion did not say the razor was marked AOS. Only the ad for the Mach 3 indicated the razor was labeled AOS. Glad you like the brush. I agree, it is a very good brush. so good, I bought a second Mach 3 set. Thanks for the measurements.
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Just open my second set with Fusion handle. Brush is amazing, can not tell the difference from my silvertip Shavemac, also Shavemac bristles appears to be slightly lighter, then AOS. I had the same issue with bent Fusion handle, which was not difficult to straighten out. Engraving on razor handle and brush appears identical, where Mach3 handle had coarse engraving VS brush handle.
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i just ordered a mach 3 set he had 7 when i ordered so 6 should be left
hope its the real seal and will keep everyone posted
hope its the real seal and will keep everyone posted
When you unscrew the head from the razor included in the Mach 3 version, does the handle have male or female threads? If the handle has female threads, it seems like it might be possible to convert to DE using the Parker head available for $17 from TGN. It would require an M4-to-1/4 20 Adapter, but those are like $2.
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?
I went ahead and got this set off Ebay after following this thread. Just like others have already said, the brush is very nice and the stand isn't too shaby either. I was hoping to convert the handle to use a standard DE head. I love my feather portable, but the handle is just too small for me for everyday use. Does anyone know where to get the aforementioned thread adapters?
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Handle has female threads and it is easy to separate from head.
Try the AS25E4M at:
http://www.thorlabs.com/newgrouppage9.cfm?objectgroup_id=1745
I can't verify 100% that the internal thread depth of the adapter is deep enough, so you would probably want to verify the thread length of the head with TGN before purchasing.
http://www.thorlabs.com/newgrouppage9.cfm?objectgroup_id=1745
I can't verify 100% that the internal thread depth of the adapter is deep enough, so you would probably want to verify the thread length of the head with TGN before purchasing.
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Thanks, I ran across that site too and was eyeing the same adapter.
And this is party of the reason why this community is so great.
Doing a google search for razor turning kits netted me the website I was thinking of:
http://www.thegoldennib.com/index.p...ath=68&zenid=8ade127b523e781dbbace0768ecbc4ab
Someone please do this!
For sure! Im curious to see this as well.
I'm going to take my Fusion handle from my AoS set from eBay and put the Parker DE razor head on it. I figured I might as well since I won't be using the handle otherwise.
Look for pics in the coming weeks.
EDIT: I went to Lowe's today to measure the male thread on the cartridge holder and it's 1/4" x 20, the same as the male thread on the razor head from The Golden Nib, so I don't need an adapter. I just ordered the razor head so it should be here sometime next week.
Look for pics in the coming weeks.
EDIT: I went to Lowe's today to measure the male thread on the cartridge holder and it's 1/4" x 20, the same as the male thread on the razor head from The Golden Nib, so I don't need an adapter. I just ordered the razor head so it should be here sometime next week.
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Can't wait!
Did anyone ever contact the seller and ask him the story behind the pricing on these? I just curious on how they are so cheap.
Don't bother with the adapter from Thor Labs - does not work and the place charges very steep for shipping.
Female threads not deep enough?
actually, it was the male threads that where far too short..oh well, it was an interesting experiment..
Sorry to hear about your problem, DanV. It's too bad it didn't work out for you.
Well, over three weeks later, I've finally gotten around to taking pictures of my little project. One thing that I do like about the DE head is that the bottom of the razor head has very nearly the same diameter as the top of the handle. When the head is screwed into the handle, it looks as if the head was made for the handle all along.
There are only two minor problems. The first problem is that the male thread on the Parker DE head is shorter than I would like. The head screws into the AoS handle just fine and it does not fall out but, ideally, I'd prefer if the thread is longer. The second problem is that the razor head color does not match the handle exactly. The handle has more of a yellowish tint.
I contacted Bob of Bob's Razor Works and he is able to help with the two problems. He's made a custom razor head base for someone with an AoS 'Engraved' handle before. Notice how much longer the thread is on his razor head base and even has a part that extends the threads since the handle has recessed threads. He is also able to plate the razor head or send it out for replating, I'm not sure which, to match the handle. I'm looking forward to having this custom work done. Unfortunately, it won't be for a while but I'll be sure to link to the new thread when I post pictures.
The following two pictures are what Bob sent to me of his previous work for a customer.
Well, over three weeks later, I've finally gotten around to taking pictures of my little project. One thing that I do like about the DE head is that the bottom of the razor head has very nearly the same diameter as the top of the handle. When the head is screwed into the handle, it looks as if the head was made for the handle all along.
There are only two minor problems. The first problem is that the male thread on the Parker DE head is shorter than I would like. The head screws into the AoS handle just fine and it does not fall out but, ideally, I'd prefer if the thread is longer. The second problem is that the razor head color does not match the handle exactly. The handle has more of a yellowish tint.
I contacted Bob of Bob's Razor Works and he is able to help with the two problems. He's made a custom razor head base for someone with an AoS 'Engraved' handle before. Notice how much longer the thread is on his razor head base and even has a part that extends the threads since the handle has recessed threads. He is also able to plate the razor head or send it out for replating, I'm not sure which, to match the handle. I'm looking forward to having this custom work done. Unfortunately, it won't be for a while but I'll be sure to link to the new thread when I post pictures.
The following two pictures are what Bob sent to me of his previous work for a customer.
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Can't wait to see the finished product! Any idea on the cost of getting this done?
