What do I have?

[roberteleeking]

I recently bought a straight razor made by H & J.W. King while in New York. The blade has the date 1856 on it, but I am not sure if that is when it was made. When I researched the info I said that the date was correct as to when it was made. I also noticed the scales (sides) look like black plastic, but could be thin wood. Can anyone help me determine whether the date is correct, how to attach pictures, and any other details that may be available? Thanks

Robert E. Lee King