I’ve done that too. I have small Hakko flush cutters (too delicate) that I use for electronics and cable flush cutters (general purpose). I used the larger cutters but worried that I would damage the scales with them. It’s probably just an experience thing. I’ve done very little of this.
Comment on Free Talk Friday - October 27, 2023
whosgotthepudding@sub.wetshaving.social 2 years agoI’ve always just used flush cutters and a punch to get pins free. So far it hasn’t caused an issue for me.
gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social 2 years ago
djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 2 years ago
Was that on scales that you wanted to save? I’m not sure I’d manage to unoi remove a pin with a flush cutter without some damage to the scales
whosgotthepudding@sub.wetshaving.social 2 years ago
Yessir. I just unpinned and cleaned up someone’s razor a couple weeks using this method. If your tool is free of damage and smooth, it shouldn’t really be an issue. I might also add that I crimp a side then rotate and make the actual cut to help minimize the force needed.
djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 2 years ago
Interesting! I have a Heljestrand I’m planning to unpin for a good clean up, keeping the scales. I’ll give this a try.