Thread: What was the largest Wade & Butcher wedge?

Originally Posted by pfries

Not sure if it is a Wade?

I kinda doubt it ......... here is a W&B a bit larger than 8/8

RARE Wade & Butcher Display Straight Razor. Commemorative razor ca. 1876. This one of a kind with both sides deeply etched with American scenes of ships and trains, mixed with nymphs and mermaids on reverse side. The front side is etched with a scene of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The blade is heavily file worked and completely cover the etched scenes of American industry, commerce and various American ways of living. This Razor is an important piece of history and would complement even the most advanced collection. Excellent condition. 20 inches long closed.

I've had several for barbers only, none bigger than 8/8, for barbers use up to 9/8, never knew there were larger examples! Gb anchor 10/8, joseph rodgers 10/8. No true wedges in the bunch above 6/8 however. Many many near wedges in the 7/8 to 8/8 range and would give you a great feel of what you are looking to experience

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

I kinda doubt it ......... here is a W&B a bit larger than 8/8

RARE Wade & Butcher Display Straight Razor. Commemorative razor ca. 1876. This one of a kind with both sides deeply etched with American scenes of ships and trains, mixed with nymphs and mermaids on reverse side. The front side is etched with a scene of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The blade is heavily file worked and completely cover the etched scenes of American industry, commerce and various American ways of living. This Razor is an important piece of history and would complement even the most advanced collection. Excellent condition. 20 inches long closed.

Yes, found out a bit about that one Googling around, in the information I found about it, it was sold at auction, starting bid was set at $10,000 and was expected to sell for between $25,000 and $40,000, it was sold, but alas, no disclosure on the final winning bid.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

I kinda doubt it ......... here is a W&B a bit larger than 8/8

RARE Wade & Butcher Display Straight Razor. Commemorative razor ca. 1876. This one of a kind with both sides deeply etched with American scenes of ships and trains, mixed with nymphs and mermaids on reverse side. The front side is etched with a scene of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The blade is heavily file worked and completely cover the etched scenes of American industry, commerce and various American ways of living. This Razor is an important piece of history and would complement even the most advanced collection. Excellent condition. 20 inches long closed.

is that yours?! gorgeous! kudos to you if you are the (obviously) happy owner!

Originally Posted by silverloaf

is that yours?! gorgeous! kudos to you if you are the (obviously) happy owner!

I couldn't even afford the pins that go in that thing ........ ............

Those are some nice pins.....wanna go halfsies with me? Haha

Those are rare? I have 2 in a double box my grandfather left me

Oh wait...my bad...daydreaming again

The razor guy just brought two of those in and it only cost $40 total for both. Lol JK

I'm surprised he didn't haha