First up, I've been lurking around SRP for nearly a year, enjoying the read. I suppose there comes a time where we all move on from reading to writing, so here I am, finally making an appearance [=

There was an absolutely stunning razor in the classifieds that I spent far too long admiring and not enough time buying, that in the end, someone else beat me to it. The ad read:

Mint 6/8 E. Krechen - Soligen, Germany

Simply Beautiful, Mint Condition Hollow Ground E. Krechen with intricate spine work and a Dreadnaught point........."

I'm kicking myself for not having leapt at it when I first saw it (listed at US$125), but in reality, I was probably too late even when I first saw it. I've tried to do a bit of research about the maker/brand/model, but am finding absolute zip. Is anyone familiar with this make? Any information at all is greatly appreciated, as far as I am concerned it was a real work of art.

On another note, I've always wanted a razor with some spine work, but not at the price of a Thiers Issard (I'm only a student after all). If anyone knows of something similar to the Krechen at a reasonable price, I'd love to drool at the idea of purchasing one.