Thread: My grandfather-in-law's Wostenholm

My grandfather-in-law used this razor back in the day, but I have no idea how old it is. I'm somewhat certain it is post-1900, but I don't know how to narrow it down. Any help would be appreciated!

With a better picture of the tang we may be able to give you a window of production.
Looking for Sheffield, Sheffield England or Made in... for starters...

And this is a treasure no matter the age...

Nice razor. Hone it up and use it!

Originally Posted by MJC

With a better picture of the tang we may be able to give you a window of production.
Looking for Sheffield, Sheffield England or Made in... for starters...

And this is a treasure no matter the age...

The bold says it all

There is nothing like an heirloom razor.

Awesome heirloom! I'd say that it is some where in the 1880 to 1890 range, just a guestimate really.

Originally Posted by MJC

With a better picture of the tang we may be able to give you a window of production.
Looking for Sheffield, Sheffield England or Made in... for starters...

And this is a treasure no matter the age...

It says Sheffield, England, so I know it is post 1890. Even if I don't use this one, it won't be going anywhere (my Wade & Butcher 8/8 with Masonic etching, otoh...). I doubt it's worth a bunch, and he stopped using it when electric razors came out, but it will definitely be staying in the family.

Here is a closer view of the tang and the box.

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I have a Wostenholm square point that I inherited from my Uncle. I suspect it belonged to his father. It honed up to a "wicked sharp" edge giving a great shave. I hope yours does as well.