I just bought a Johnson razor from Olivia and one reason I chose this one is because of its age (between 1818 - 1850) I just love the thought of using a razor that was probably once owned by someone who wore a top hat every day! It shaves great too.
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I just bought a Johnson razor from Olivia and one reason I chose this one is because of its age (between 1818 - 1850) I just love the thought of using a razor that was probably once owned by someone who wore a top hat every day! It shaves great too.
It is kind of a kick to think about that isn't it? Cool razor. :)
Nice old razor made by George Johnson (1810 - 1855).
Most likely the razor was reground.
I got a sample of shave cream called "Churchill" too I tried it this morning with my Tabac soap.Nice cream. The blade of the Johnson feels a bit stiffer than it looks I will have to go a bit lighter with it in future 'cause I gave myself a bit of razor burn which is something I don't get very much of at all with the straights.The blade edge,I must add, was smooth so it wasn't that which gave me the discomfort.
I like the older ones myself. Just seems to have a touch of individuality to them. Newer blades look more mass produced...
Charlie
I know what you mean. I've got one with "Grand Prize, St Louis 1904"
etched on the blade. I always wonder who brought it home from the World's Fair and who's owned it since.
It definitely adds to the pleasure of the shave
goshawk