Thread: Kram razor - looking for info and advice

Hi Grazor, I think it is more likely rust. It's not at all deep but it didn't wash off so I'm pretty sure it's not just gunk.

Thanks for the advice, I will add small wire brush to my shopping list. Do I just need to brush it or should I add WD40 or something of that nature?

Lovely old 3 pin razor you've found, congrats. Sure look like a typical Solingen made razor. I'd try what Grazor suggested and use a wire brush. If that does not take it all away you could add some WD40 or metal polish to the process.

I looked here Razor makers and found a possibility for a maker by the name of Julius Kratz & Co with the brand name Kramerso. I am thinking it may have been shortened to KRAM on the razors.

Bob

What Bob said. I use a wire wheel in a dremel, gone in seconds. Can't recommend it unless you are very comfortable with power tools, razor gone in less than a second...
Looks very much like a Gotta.

Yea, I have always been cautious about using Dremel tools so I use a small wire or brass brush, looks like a large tooth brush, for working on the jimps. I find them at the Dollar Store.

Bob

small spots of rust can also be worked at with a hard leaded pencil like a 9h (or even a regular one if that's all you've got). Nice razor!

I wouldnt worry about the marks as they dont sound like active rust, could just be patina.
As Grazor said looks just like a Gotta.

OK, now I have to ask another question...

What is a Gotta?