Hello everyone -- I'm new to straight razors (long time DE user) and have been picking up a few inexpensive vintage ones from ebay to hone and use. I'm a hand tool woodworker so already have most of the honing equipment. So far, so good. Having fun and learning to shave (better).

I just bought this from ebay (Friedr Herder ABR.SOHN 16/16, 76 Ace of Spades), delivered today. It's gorgeous... looks perfect, unused. No wear on the spine. Arrived nearly shave-ready.

This is not buyers-remorse -- I really like the razor and plan to keep and use it. And of course I could and should have asked questions before buying.

Can anyone please tell me about this razor? Age estimate? My real question... does it make sense for a "vintage" razor to be in this perfect condition? I assume it would have to be new old stock that's been sitting around somewhere.

Many thanks!
Tony.

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