Thread: Genco Razors???

So I just purchased an old Genco razor from a lady here at work, sight unseen. She says it's in good shape and has always been cared for (as far as she knows). I'm new to "collecting" razors. I only know about the 2 I already have. Can anyone give me the skinny on the company, maybe a date range, wether or not the 15 I gave for it was a good price (assuming it's in good condition)...

They're a good US razor. It was first called Geneva Cutlery Co. Then changed to Genco. They're out of Geneva, NY and I believe they were the largest US cutler at one time. I don't know their dates, but I would imagine they were in their heyday early last century?

Jordan

i have 3 and love all of them
1 nevy and army
2master cutlery
3gold seal
1 st one is 7/8 blade and very nice shaver.
if you have any of them you are in winner side.as far as i know them

If the razor is truly in nice shape then you got a great deal. Genco's are some of the best shavers out there and have always been very consistent in honing and maintaining.

Good Luck.

Lynn

GENEVA CUTLERY CO.
Geneva, New York
By 1912, the largest US manufacturer of razors. In 1928, firm reorganized as Geneva Cutlery Inc.
Used "GENCO" trademark
ca. 1902-1935

I have 2 and both are first-rate shavers.

Yes, good razors indeed. I have a beaten up Genco Gold Seal that a friend gave me and love it to bits. It's one of my tip-top shavers. Nimble, light and sharp. It gives me great consistent shaves! Good deal you got, buddy. If it's in good shape, of course...

+1 they are good. The only caveat is that to the average person versus the straight razor shaver "good condition" may be two different things.

Sounds like I got myself a good deal. I generally trust Cecelia's opinion when it comes to the condition of things. I've gotten alot of nice antiques thru her over the years. I'm looking forward to honing it up and giving it a try. Thanks everyone for their imput.

Ive got a Genco Head Barber. It is a very good razor.
I got it from our sole UK vintage razor shop. It's prop' Steve (SRP member blueprinciple) regards Genco blades as amongst the best, and he loves Sheffield metal!
There is a razor club here dedicated to New Yorks finest. Or is it for razors with barber in the name?
http://straightrazorpalace.com/razor...-barber-2.html

M

IIRC At least one Case brother was involved in forming Genco. Genco had affiliation with Case or was a Case owned company.

Chris L