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B.J. Eyre & Co. Late W. Greaves & Sons. Sheffield Info Needed.
Hello Fellow Razor Enthusiasts’,
I recently picked up what I think is a classic B.J. Eyre Sheffield at an antique shop for $25.00 whole dollars. Blade is in great shape for being 155+ years old (No nicks, scratches, and very very minor rust spots on the spine), Original Horn Scales are at about 85%, and the Pins are still solid and tight.
My dilemma is after hours upon hours of research, This Forum included; I can’t figure out or find any information as to the potential worth of this Razor and whether or not I should hone it and use it or lock it away because its worth a gazillion dollars...
Here’s what I know: Or at least what I’ve gathered from the internet. (They can’t put it on the internet if it’s not true…” lol)
B.J. Eyre & Co. bought W. Greaves & Sons and continued to use their markings from 1850-1858. W. Greaves died during that time which is why my Sheffield says “Late W. Greaves & Sons”. Sheffield is the model based on the town of Sheffield. My razor has a Barbers Notch… Razors are sharp. Marshmallows don’t count as a child’s school lunch. And if you built it, they will come…
NOWHERE on the net have I been able to find MY razor (With THESE Markings) listed anywhere.
EBay - $35.00+S&H for the same era “Challenge” Razor (Wrong Razor)
Private Antique Shop - $835.42 for the NIB B.J. Eyre Sheffield (NOT Late W. Greaves & Sons model)
Rebuilt/Restored - $300.00 for original blade (Reground, New White Plastic Scales, Cheesy Display Case) (Mine is all Orig.)
So, in conclusion… HELP. Please….
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