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08-17-2013, 01:05 AM #1
Newbies pay attention
Even though this auction ended, it is a perfect example of what NOT to bid on if purchasing a razor on eBay. There is not one pic of the blade up close. The few pics of the blade you can see it is well worn. All you see is some BAD pics of scales, the inscription on the handle, and the box.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Antique-stra...item3a83090b07Last edited by souschefdude; 08-17-2013 at 01:22 AM.
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08-17-2013, 01:16 AM #2Sharp as a spoon.
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Link please.
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08-17-2013, 01:20 AM #3
Fixed.
Really dig your username BTW.
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08-17-2013, 01:59 AM #4Senior Member
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Great tip! When I bought my first razor, (I know there will be more!) I did a little homework using advice and reviews from this site. I try to stay away from the 'bay because a lot of times items there are a little too good to be true.
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08-17-2013, 02:36 AM #5Senior Member
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I seen enough to know the tang is bigger than the blade. Both probably just as sharp as the other .
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08-17-2013, 04:28 PM #6Indisposed
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Yes, a little homework goes a long way to finding a serviceable first razor.
That particular piece wouldn't even be suitable as a letter opener. It isn't just worn into the shoulder, it's worn into the tang!
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08-17-2013, 06:25 PM #7Mortal Member
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i thought it was a snurdle make to look like a cut throat razor
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08-17-2013, 06:30 PM #8Senior Member
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Now there is a thought to make something useful out of it, a posh folding snurdler. Something for the shaving enthusiast who has everything, almost.
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08-17-2013, 08:31 PM #9Member
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It's re-listed at the same price. I hope no one knocks on that door if they want a usable razor.
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08-22-2013, 05:28 PM #10
VTG 1720 Crown Sword Straight Razor Germany | eBay
Now here's one I just bid on successfully. The pics aren't terrific, but I figure that is why the bids are low. I can see enough to believe the spine is not overly worn, and the description says no chips or cracks, so for 17$ I was willing to take a risk. The crack on the back scale to me is insignificant, since I can make a matching scale out of black horn, The decorative scale is what I liked.
I'll let you know what it looks like when I get it.
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