Thread: Scottish Razors

Does anyone have any information on Scottish straight razors.

I recently observed one, a 6/8 hollowground with Mcpherson Bros. on the shank.

Any information would be appreciated.



d. m. ellington

I only own one scottish razor but its a beauty,have it on display at my workplace right now but i will definately get a pic of it and post it.

regards,simon

Depends on what you term a Scottish razor. I don't think any were ever forged and ground in Scotland (and do correct me if I'm wrong) though I do have several that were obviously made for Scottish retailers, particularly in Glasgow, by Sheffield makers.

Originally Posted by d. m. ellington

Does anyone have any information on Scottish straight razors.

I recently observed one, a 6/8 hollowground with Mcpherson Bros. on the shank.

Not much more info, but I have one razor a - 'FRASS RAZOR' and a double razor case both labelled McPherson Bros, Cutlers, Glasgow

I'll try and post some pics tonight.

One of mine I just came across was William Landell, Glasgow - not much more info than that though I'm afraid!

I also own a Landell - actually on my restoration bench but I don't have more info on her...

I just picked up a McPhearson at a local antiques place. Said made in Germany on it also.

Got the camera to work, pics attached.
They should be the box (albeit with a couple of Kropps in) and a the razor.

It's world famous apparently - and probably going to be my first restore project.

Sorry no hard info though.

Cheers,

DK

The razor I saw was almost identical to the one you pictured.

Plan to go back and buy it tomorrow.

Thanks for your help.

d. m. ellington

I've recently come across a William Landell razor from some of my fathers stuff. Most likely his fathers.
Anyway, says William Landell, 106 Trongate, Glasgow with Silvan on the blade. Any info would be appreciated.