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    Thanks for all the positive comments. Reply #30 on this string shows the "as found" condition. Just wanted to remove the rust, reshape the chipped toe, and replace the original scales with exact horn replicas. Lead wedge was still in great shape. Didn't want to do a major restoration so I left some on the patina. Believe this is a keeper.

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    Its a beauty, Austin.!
    Very similar to a Wosty I have.

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    To date, the highest number I've seen on a Gilchrist is 74.

    I have... Uh. Quite a few of them at this point.

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    All the boxes are Gilchrist boxes. All the razors on the bottom are Gilchrist branded, all the ones on the top are Ramapo.

    A little over half of the Gilchrist razors are not part of the number sequence.

    Here is the oddest of the batch:

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    It's a Number 20, and I don't believe it's been cut down. It was made that way. At the very least, it fits into the scales with only a few millimeters to spare, and came with a similarly sized box. Shown is a Number 40 for scale reference.

    Maybe the 20 was a corn razor, but it doesn't look like any of the corn razors I've seen. Maybe it was to cash in on things like The Mab or DePew's Perfect Razor? No idea!
    -Zak Jarvis. Writer. Artist. Bon vivant.

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    Hello Gentleman,

    I would like to join the club.
    Here is my application;
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    This razor was purchased off the Bay back in 2010. The razor was severely tarnished and original scales were broken and had worm holes in them.
    My wife sent it off to Max Spreacher in Las Vegas to have it professionally restored. The new scales are modern faux horn style that should not rot/deteriorate. She requested that it look close to the original but also requested the second pin because she likes that look and wanted it unique.

    This Razor was presented to me on 1/13/2011 as a wedding present on the day of our wedding. I did shave with it prior to the ceremony.

    I am glad I found this club to learn more about the history of this razor. My guess is mid 1850's?

    This is currently my best shaver, and reserved for special occasions.

    Looking at the examples of No.12 and No.14, this one seems out of place?

    Cody
    Last edited by Tattooface; 11-17-2021 at 06:52 PM.

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