Bay State straight razor, Anyone know any history?
Bought my first straight razor (I am sure it will be a new addiction) from an antique store the other day. I have searched the web and the library on SRP with very little information found about this brand. Anyone know anything about Bay State razors? I know that it was made is Worcester, Massachusetts. Searching the web sounds like they were in production from 1900-1930 or so (give or take a couple years).
The blade it self appears to be in decent shape. I think the pictures make it look worse than it is. The picture of the scales has some residue from where the price tag was, its not a crack/scuff. I am thinking about doing a minor restore and getting a hone done in the near future.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
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