Thread: Razor Question

I have inherited my grandfathers straight. Since it was his, I can assume it to be no less than 70 years old.If any one has any information it would be greatly appreciated. Family history is somerset England if that helps.

i don't know the answer to your age question, but here is an interesting link, that could provide a clue: https://books.google.com/books?id=u6...0razor&f=false

It's made by Joseph Rodgers, one of the biggest cutlers, but you already know that. They are very high quality, and have royal warrants as you can also see on the stamp.
Seems like a standard razor from the early 20th century.
It's in good condition and if you have interest can be easily refurbished, sharpened and ready for use.

Go to strazors.com and you can see the company history.

Joseph Rogers was probably the premium razor maker in the UK for a couple of hundred years. It's a great quality piece. The razor was made in Sheffield which was the home of the vast majority of UK cutlers.