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02-19-2014, 02:52 AM #1
That was one of the standard forms of pewter pressed into a slot a bit larger at the bottom to key it into place. Possibly it is for an owners crest but may be only decorative. There are a couple others that were common in Sheffield. Many are not that well preserved!.
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02-19-2014, 02:58 AM #2
Nice razor. You can use it for a lifetime and pass it on, if done correctly.
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I rest my case.
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03-14-2014, 12:32 PM #3
Congratulations on your heirloom SR. It is always nice to have a family story of an item to pass along. I have my Grandfather's ice tip ups he hand made for me, and several of his harmonicas that my son will receive someday.
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03-14-2014, 03:40 PM #4
Congrats! I'm trying to find out if my Grandad still has his fathers razor. He thinks he does...
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03-14-2014, 07:50 PM #5
It should be back next week after being sent out for honing service. I can't wait to give it a try
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03-26-2014, 08:50 PM #6
Well it took a lot longer than I expected. It looks really sharp but the uneven wear on the spine and bevel have left me with questions. Is this normal for a wedge? Or is it because it's a vintage so it could have been sharpened incorrectly which has caused this. Don't get me wrong I'm sure it's going to shave great I just thought it would be even after returning from a professional honing service, but I'm new to this so what do I know lol. I've included some pictures.
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03-26-2014, 11:48 PM #7
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Thanked: 4822it looks like the bevel matched the hone wear on the spine. most importantly is how it shaves.
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