Never head of Imperial Co., seen imperial stamped on razors by others - but not this:

RARE Imperial 5/8" German Straight Razor. Vintage!!! - eBay (item 160353062912 end time Aug-09-09 18:35:00 PDT)

I've been wondering why no one's bid on this razor, so I figured there was some bad history to this company or this particular straight. Anyone know?