Thread: Finally I get an alright deal at an antique shop

So I'm on a trip down south at my boss's request the other week and had time to explore the village, and needless to say the local antique shop. Usual questions and he revealed a pair of razors in a case that were stamped Pall Mall.I wasn't interested for they had seen more glorious days I am certain, besides I don't care much for UK blades that aren't Sheffield forged.

He then pulled out a large green cardboard box with a Puma logo on it. I got very excited and he then revealed the 6/8 Puma within! I had never seen a Puma before, but I do know they are quite popular and while some claim they are legendary, I know that all Solingen blades are fine speaking from experience as well as inherited opinion.

I asked the question, exerting pressure on every facial muscle as not to show neither any emotions nor commitment to the razor and the beady eyed little shop keeper paused. £50 he finally said, and I immediately said 40. He paused again and said '40 it is Sir.'

Anyway, my first Puma! In fairly good condition too. All goldwash intact at least. I honed her up today on a coticule for about 10 minutes diluting the slurry starting from heavy to plain water. I had been getting a little bored of my naniwas lately and this could already shave arm hair to begin with. I finished on my Charnley. Looking forward to testing her after the gym tonight.
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Very nice and a great score!!

Have fun,

Lynn

Great score!! They come around ONCE and a while...

Nice find, & a decent price too. English antique shops are rubbish for razors, so you did well!
I will say, South's my territory though, so that invasion over the border entitles me to whatever I find in a Northern shop. From your post, it doesn't sound like it's too promising though!

Originally Posted by Scipio

So I'm on a trip down south at my boss's request the other week and...

...He then pulled out a large green cardboard box with a Puma logo on it. I got very excited and he then revealed the 6/8 Puma within! I had never seen a Puma before, but I do know they are quite popular and while some claim they are legendary, I know that all Solingen blades are fine speaking from experience as well as inherited opinion.

I asked the question, exerting pressure on every facial muscle as not to show neither any emotions nor commitment to the razor and the beady eyed little shop keeper paused. £50 he finally said, and I immediately said 40. He paused again and said '40 it is Sir.'

£50 quid? Wow!
Nice find Scipio.

You wouldn't happen to know of any decent hunting grounds in the Manchester area, perchance?

Nice!

Hope you enjoy it..!

Originally Posted by RicTic

£50 quid? Wow!
Nice find Scipio.

You wouldn't happen to know of any decent hunting grounds in the Manchester area, perchance?

Thanks

It was actually 40 quid I paid! I offered him 40 after he quoted me 50.

Congrats on a great score. I love seeing local finds! Let us know how it shaves compared to your other(s).

I'd say you did better than alright. Congrats!

Originally Posted by Scipio

Thanks

It was actually 40 quid I paid! I offered him 40 after he quoted me 50.

40...50...I'd have paid more than that and still thought I'd got a great deal.
Lovely razor. Dead jealous.