Thread: Wade & Butcher Bow

^^ Yea, that's the stuff, Jimmy!

Thanks guys. I have too much time on my hands lately and my ponderer gets to pondering.

Originally Posted by Miner123

Thanks guys. I have too much time on my hands lately and my ponderer gets to pondering.

You should come over and hone in your free time. You can do one of mine for each one of yours. ;-p

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

You should come over and hone in your free time. You can do one of mine for each one of yours. ;-p

Well if I can wrestle the car away from my Wife I might take you up on that. In the Spring I'll have my bike so I'll be free again.

Sounds good. Door's always open.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

The 'Bow' was an important historical symbol to the British because of the English Longbow that was their mainstay in the 100 year war with France. I imagine that is why W&B chose it as the logo for that model razor. As far as the "England" stamp or the lack of it, The Madrid Trade Accords of 1891 required the country of origin be on imported cutlery and other items. Previous to that trade agreement the name of the maker and perhaps the city were all that were routinely used. Here is a pic of the tip of a Bow razor as described above by holli4 and my particular bow razor which doesn't have 'England' stamped so must be pre- 1891.

That seems reasonable about the Bow - could be multiple factors contributed, of course. Very interesting - and useful - about the 1891 treaty. Were all releveant countries parety to the accord (i.e. Sweden, Germany, USA, France) as well? Also - and I'm quite interested in this stuff, partly because I study British history and political theory, you mention 1889 IIRC above and 1891 Madrid here? Just curious so I can track down more info on it. Much appreciated, Jimmy.

so guys how old is my w&b bow if it.only has a bow stamped.on the tang? And.the.original and.only genuine on the blade?