Hello there Gentlemen!
I recently scored a lovely English Souplex Double Six Minor Gen 1 from the late 40's-mid 50's. A really nice piece that was a great price and was looking forward to reviewing.
Unfortunately when it arrived, it had sustained damage in transit. A section of one of the safety bars had sheared off. I was not a happy camper when I saw it. Pics here:
I was wondering whether anyone has had experience repairing a damaged bakeliite vintage, and what would be the best type of adhesive to use on this material and best resistance to hottish water exposure. Also any tips on curing times to effect the best repair.
Any advice and input would be greatly appreciated as always, as I am determined to get this by all accounts awesome shaver back on the road.
Note the blade seen loaded is mine. I was eyeballing the models pronounced asymmetrical sides which makes it such an interesting type.
Thanks Gents!
I recently scored a lovely English Souplex Double Six Minor Gen 1 from the late 40's-mid 50's. A really nice piece that was a great price and was looking forward to reviewing.
Unfortunately when it arrived, it had sustained damage in transit. A section of one of the safety bars had sheared off. I was not a happy camper when I saw it. Pics here:
I was wondering whether anyone has had experience repairing a damaged bakeliite vintage, and what would be the best type of adhesive to use on this material and best resistance to hottish water exposure. Also any tips on curing times to effect the best repair.
Any advice and input would be greatly appreciated as always, as I am determined to get this by all accounts awesome shaver back on the road.
Note the blade seen loaded is mine. I was eyeballing the models pronounced asymmetrical sides which makes it such an interesting type.
Thanks Gents!
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