Thread: Razor Identification

Hi!
I found a piece of history in my grandma's attic. I can't identify any brand on it but from what my grandma told me it originates in the 1800's since it belonged to her grandfather. It looks like someone tried to sharpen it knife-like and I doubt it can cut bread right now, let alone hair.
My question is if anyone can identify the brand, if it can be restored and if it has any value.
I don't know if you can see it in the pictures since my camera is pretty bad but the brand's name has been erased with time, everything that's left out of it's name is half of the first letter (looking like either the lower half of an "S" or the left part of an "R") and the last letter (which looks like either an 'n' or an 'u'). Below the brand name it says 'C-69'. Thanks to whoever takes his time to look at them! I posted this in the welcome forum but I understand that here it has more chances of being responded so sorry for the double post.

Are there any other markings on the other side of the razor? A clearer photo like the first might also be helpful, if you can snag one.

No other markings. Someone hinted that C-69 might point out the steel's quality but I've found nothing relevant on Google.
Also has anyone ever seen a blade so narrow or has it been ruined by the guy sharpening it like crazy?

We would need a much sharper photo to possibly identify the maker. If your printer has a scanner function you could probably get a much clearer image by scanning it and sending that file. The c-69 probably refers to a shape or style (now long gone) that was used by the manufacturer. My guess is that this razor was repurposed for use in whittling, carving, or the like. Much like a lot of razors were turned into patch knives by the black powder fraternity.

Regards - Walt