Thread: First Antique Store Purchase

Hello all!

I am new to straight razor shaving in general, but I'm quite happy with my new Dovo razor I got from Straight Razor Place. I was just at an antique store and I found a booth with a couple of straight razors in it so I thought I'd take a look. Long story short, the seller seemed to have at least a little knowledge about razors because right up front was a Wade & Butcher with a Dubl Duck right behind it. The W&D razor had an excellent patina, no rust or cracks that I could see, and some simple scales that where in great condition. He was asking $225 for it, but I was able to get him down to $175. I didn't pull the trigger as it would be my first Antique purchase and I freely admit I'm not entirely sure what I'm doing. I see W&D's go for around $300 here so that seems like I'm getting a good deal, but I'm not sure what I'd be in for restoration and honing, etc.

Picture below. Sorry it's not better, all I had on me was my iPad2. Any and all thoughts would be appreciated.




The Dubl Duck was listed at $175, and had original scales. $175 seems incredibly high based on what I've seen it's breathern go for here. It was a 1927 logo, and the blade was in great shape. Mirror finish. Just needed a honing to be shave ready. I was going to offer him $250 for the set. Thoughts?

--Jimmy