Thread: Anyone fancy dating this razor?

Originally Posted by blueprinciple

Certainly post-1820, but most likely around 1880. I have seen quite a few of these. Elliott are still in existence (though not making razors!) and used this format from C. 1820 onwards.

Still impressive that they managed to create clear plastic scales back then (assuming it hasn't been re-scaled).

uhmm, the scales look like horn to me

Originally Posted by gugi

uhmm, the scales look like horn to me

I was thinking the same!

Plastic that looks like horn, even more amazing

But yeah, resembles old horn scales.

Nice razor and a bargain to boot.
A light wipe over those scales with some neatsfoot oil may be beneficial.