Hello, I am new to the forums...

[GordonL]

... and I need some help. I have recieved a razor that is an Anchor Brand. It is made of steel though not sure what kind and on the handle is a castle. I do not know how old it is and it seems to be in pretty good shape. I have used it and seems to do a fine job at shaving. Though, I would like a little background on the razor itself. Anyone, know where I can find some great information on these brands?
If possible, does anyone know or have seen the razor I am speaking of?
Last, I have seen that the blade does have some tarnishings on the blade. Where or what can I use to clean the blade up? I do not want to use steel wool on the blade as it might scratch the finish. Any ideas would be great.
Thank you for your time in reading this.
GordonL.

[Nickelking]

I know the anchor brand was made by Wester Brothers, sadly I recently gave away my anchor box, otherwise I might be able to glean more info off it.

Edit: I do have an anchor brand on the way though, I'll give a rundown once it gets here.

[GordonL]

Thank you for your responce. The razor seems to be fairly good. I do not know if the steel in AB is good or if it is one of the countless spin offs of a good brand. Being from Germany, I would think that it would be of good steel. As far as the hair test... I have not tried that. I live in Seattle area so I am still looking for shaving goods as I have just moved here from Texas. Any info though would be great on this as well if anyone knows their way around here.
Back to the razor, I have seen 85 stamped on the blade ( again not down with the lingo yet) and it does say that it is made in blade town, Germany. So.. the quest continues.

thanks again,
GordonL

[crichton]

Yes, what you have should be a Wester Bros. Anchor Brand, possibly a "Manganese"....from what you describe. Very nice shavers - I have two of them myself and use them regularly. You can use MAAS polish (inexpensive and available at Ace Hardware, etc) with a soft cloth to clean it. It can be used on the metal and on the scales with good results. I usually use rubbing alcohol and pipe cleaners to clean inside the scales and around the pivot pin as well. Post a few pics if you get the chance. Welcome to B&B and enjoy your shave!!

[GordonL]

Sounds Great to me! I need to get it honed and back in working shape. It does shave but seems to have issues around the neck and chin areas.. or could be me. I am used to using a DE razor. I like them still but the closeness of the straight-razor can not be beat'en. (is that even a word??) I will post some pics up here once I get a chance to making them. The skins are possible ivory with Neu swanstine?? ok spelling.. in mulitple colors reds and greens. Not sure it is at home and I am at work. N E way... thank you for your responces and Thank you for the welcome.
now back to the slave drive..
GordonL

[smythe]

Yes, what you have should be a Wester Bros. Anchor Brand "Manganese"....from what you describe. Very nice shavers - I have two of them myself and use them regularly. You can use MAAS polish (inexpensive and available at Ace Hardware, etc) with a soft cloth to clean it. It can be used on the metal and on the scales with good results. I usually use rubbing alcohol and pipe cleaners to clean inside the scales and around the pivot pin as well. Post a few pics if you get the chance. Welcome to B&B and enjoy your shave!!

Welcome to B&B???
Am I in the right Razor Place?... Anywho... Welcome GordonL... post some pix.

[crichton]

Welcome to B&B???
Am I in the right Razor Place?... Anywho... Welcome GordonL... post some pix.

Whoops! Sorry, getting my sites mixed up again....lol....welcome to SRP!

[GordonL]

Ty so much for the Welcome.. I have been reading this site now for about a month now off and on. Have not directed all my time to it as I have just moved an all. o.k. o.k. now back to work, LOL

hangs his head and saunters away..