Thread: Wm. Gilchrist?

Gilchrist was only in business for 10 years 1855-1865 thereabouts. Lincoln was carrying a Gilchrist pocket knife when assassinated. I own one and can tell you they are great shavers.

Originally Posted by bouschie

Gilchrist was only in business for 10 years 1855-1865 thereabouts. Lincoln was carrying a Gilchrist pocket knife when assassinated. I own one and can tell you they are great shavers.

I'd be careful about owning one of those ........

Aha! So my research was correct. And since this one was made in Jersey City New Jersey it was probably made prior to 1861? The old guy still has a bit of an edge, in fact it bit me this afternoon while I was removing patina. Great flea market find for the princely sum of $10

Between Martin103, and Voidmonster, everything you always wanted to know about William Gilchrist but were afraid to ask ......... ;

http://straightrazorpalace.com/razor...ml#post1244505

Wow! I'm really excited about this razor. Even more so after reading Gilchrist's story. I often wonder where, when and with whom these old razors have been it seems that this one at least gives me a clue