Just bought an old Wade and Butcher
Was trying to find a v-day gift for the gf and found this.
http://web.ics.purdue.edu/%7Ejcwellma/Butcher1
http://web.ics.purdue.edu/%7Ejcwellma/Butcher2
http://web.ics.purdue.edu/%7Ejcwellma/Butcher3
As you can see the scales are chipped all to hell and the blade is all scuffed up and a bit corroded. I'm completely new to straight razors, but I really liked the size, shape, and feel of this blade.
The best I can tell, it says "Wade & Butcher / ???????rated / Fine India Steel Razor" on the blade.
So how did I do? I was hesitant to pay $12 for something in such poor shape, but I'm a sucker for instant gratification. :o
Can anyone direct me to some info/history on Wade and Butcher razors? I'd eventually like to shave with this thing, but right now it won't even shave hair on my hand!