Shumate's 135

I saw this and it seemed like a decent deal. If not, it was an inexpensive learning experience.

I picked up a Shumate's 135 with box for 17.00 shipped/insured. The scales have no chips or cracks. They are brown with what seems to be an exaggerated wood grain (although they aren't wood, they are a plastic like material) The pins have slight tarnish which can be easily rubbed off. There is a yellowish spacer at the end.

The blade gray (tarnished, looks like it will clean up nicely) with no chips, cracks, or uneven spots. The tang is bright. There is no rust or pits anywhere on the blade or tang.

I purchased it to practice honing. I know nothing about razors, but I don't see why this couldn't be a shaver.

Sound like a decent deal?

I just picked up a Shumate #35 (Scout) ($10). It was a little dirty but in good shape otherwise. a little polish, a little Norton 4k/8k, and a great shave this morning. Don't know anything about the maker, but it seems to be a nice little 5/8 blade.

Martin

I think Shumates may be the best non-collectible "low value" razor of all. They're quite plain to look at and are rarely found in any size above 5/8. They're quite common and many broken, battered, worn and rusted Shumates hit the market, which also tends to give people an impression they're "cheap". And by price, they are. They can often be found for $10.00 or less. But they've got very good blades that take a very nice edge and make an excellent first shaving razor, in my opinion.