Welcome to SRP Waya!

It sounds like you have a pretty good idea of what you are doing..! Any chance of some pics of the razor you restored?

If you're looking for makes of razor, check the razor database on the SRP wiki:

Category:Straight Razor Database - Straight Razor Place Wiki

Some pics of this razor would also be useful to aid identification. Focus on any markings or makers names, and other members will chime in with the info..!

One of our members here, Manah, is very good with identifying razors and giving their history so it may be worth PMing him as well.

Good luck!