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  1. 01-27-2010, 07:44 AM #1
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    Default Any Info About This Straight Razor?

    Hey guys, I've been lurking on this forum for a while now, but finally registered an account. I did a little searching and saw where two previous members dealt with straights with scales that said "The Old English Razor.", but mine is a bit different (font is not the same and I don't have a period at the end of mine). I recently have been working on a restore of it and have got it whipped back into pretty decent shape, but just was curious how old she might actually be. Thanks in advance for any info.

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    After my version of restoring it (sanding, CA treatment, more sanding, polish):







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  2. 01-27-2010, 03:16 PM #2
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    Your razor was probably made pre-1890 since it doesn't bear the name of the country of origin. It was no doubt made in Sheffield, England sometime during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901) because of the markings on the tang. The term "Old English Razor" seems to have been popular with many makers. I Have four of them (Reynold, Rodgers, W & B, and Manhattan) and they are all very similar. Since it is a Sheffield razor and in good condition, it should shape up fairly easy and give you good service as a shaver.

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  4. 01-27-2010, 03:45 PM #3
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    Welcome to SRP, nice razor.
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  5. 01-27-2010, 05:39 PM #4
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    Nice razor... since walt already covered it, I'll just say congrats... let us know how it shaves!
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    Yep, Walt did a good job answering your question. Nice razor and great job cleaning it up. Hope you get 'er honed and back in service.
    “If you always do what you always did, you will always get what you always got.” (A. Einstein)
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  7. 01-27-2010, 10:10 PM #6
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    Thanks for the info guys. She's already pretty sharp, but I'll be getting a shiny new coticule within a week or so and will really see what the blade is made of once I've given it the treatment with that stone.
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    Good use of time...my first interest in razors was with the razors themselves & started buying them about one years ago...didn't start shaving with them until last month...anyway, good use of down time, nice work!

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    Default Razor Info

    Hello, Wittyag:

    I am in awe of the expertise some of our members have. Walt is a remarkable example.

    Welcome to SRP. Your razor is impressive.

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  10. 01-28-2010, 03:10 AM #9
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    According "Standard Guide", the razors marked "Silver steel" were made 1820 - 1880.
    The stamp V(crown)R means, that razor was made during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901).
    According Robert A.Doyle, such handle was made between 1850 and 1870.
    Conclusion: the razor was made during 1850 - 1870.
    Nice old razor.=)
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