Hello I'm new to STRP and I was wondering if anyone is willing to help me get an idea of how old this razor is. Thank you for your time and knowledge
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Hello I'm new to STRP and I was wondering if anyone is willing to help me get an idea of how old this razor is. Thank you for your time and knowledge
From the initial look at it, it appears to be post 1901...can't quite see the tang, but it looks like there's an "England" stamp on it, which makes it 1901 or later, the etching also looks more like the modern vs the pre-1900 etchings.
It's one of their flagship type razors, The Celebrated, Hollow Ground, great blades. It's a medium hollow ground, so it's an excellent cross between a wedge and a full hollow. I would consider a grind like that to be a great blade for beginners, very nice middle of the road.
Better shot of the tang stamp would confirm.
edited to add: it's in pristine condition, looks all original, that's a very nice find!
Yes there is an England stamp. Sorry for the picks I haven't had a chance to clean it up I just purchased it today for $18 :rock: I couldn't believe my eyes, or is 18 about right for this blade? Still learning how to Identify great blades from good.
Evaluations aren't done on this forum, it's more about what it's worth to you.Quote:
Originally Posted by JRsCleanSteel
Having said that, that's an extremely nice razor, in a great condition, and you got an exceptionally great deal on it...you should be very, very, happy!
Oh, sorry :gaah: . Thank you for your knowledge.
Looks like a good find. Enjoy.:)
I would buy a 30 day set for that price LOL:D
what a steal
nice blade you have there
Um yeah, you did good... Haha.
I just need to clean it up and see if I can get it shave ready with out offing myself before Im finished. Thanks to all and hope to post a couple more finds later today.