Thread: Other than steel?

I visited an antique store in Leesburg VA, yesterday. I asked if they had any straight razors which of course they just looked at me funny. I walked through the store for a while and didn't find any. Then the sales lady and I stumbled on a 7 day set...wow. Like an idiot I forgot the name, some American brand. Maybe early 1900s. Anyway I noticed the blades did not seem to be steel, but some other very thin light grayish color metal. Bakelite handles too I think, each razor only weighing a few ounces. Any idea what kind of metal it could be? I thought they were only made from steel. Pretty set, in fair condition. They wanted $245 and Saturday was chipped. I think I can talk them down some in case anyone is interested. I'll check back soon and see what the price is and the brand name if I get any replys. But I'm curious about anyones knowledge of razors made from metals other than steel.

Mithral ??



Tony

Cool take your dig cam and snap a pic or two next time you're in there. I'd love to see what they are. .........Jeff

Originally Posted by Tony Miller

Mithral ??



Tony

Aghh a Lord of the Rings fan.

Originally Posted by threeputt

Cool take your dig cam and snap a pic or two next time you're in there. I'd love to see what they are. .........Jeff

Ok, I'll work on that, they also said they would discuss the price with the owner. I'm sure those have been in there for a while.

Don't hold your breath though.