Originally Posted by
RobinK
Actually, the guy's name was Gustav. Lots of razors were made in Solingen for the Latin American markets. I have a few Juvenia razors which are actually Mann & Federlein. One of the heirs is still alive, lives in Solingen, and his first name is Ramon. Ramon is approximately as German as Vollmer is Spanish.
I would buy any Hoppe (of which there are a few, and also AEVOS, Frog King or Froschkönig, and Holzschuh) with confidence. Like any other vintage Solingen brand. Most are good, and the ones that are exceptional are rare, ie haven't been produced by the thousands, so chances are slim you will find them. Anyone got a Camel Rider to spare?