Thread: History of the Red Imp

Originally Posted by manah

Made in USA by Case - 1955-1962.

Thanks.....

Originally Posted by manah

It's very difficult to find now who was the first or last.
The Case history is very rich and large.
My opinion, all other companies, who used Red Imp trademark, worked with Case. Because, for example, E. Morris used this trademark and marked the razors "Made in USA by Case"(!). He made it at the same period, 1955-1962.
Red Imp, Ludo Shear & Razor Works Germany, 1930-1971 is also E.Morris trademark.
So, the result, the owner of Red Imp trademark was Case. IMHO.

Thanks so much for the insight! So, in your opinion it would be safe to say that the subsequent mfg's were working to produce the Red Imp for Case and after Case no longer manufactured the straight razor themsleves. That would certainly go a long way in explaining the varied mfg's under the Red Imp trademark.

Some companies worked for Case. And Case worked for somebody.
Case made razors and knives for Winchester and Kruse & Bahlmann, at 20's, for Clauss, Freemont, 1915-1940. Case used razors acquired from Genco in 1942.
It's a business.

I have recently purchased several vintage straights. I can't wait to get them. I'll post some pics and, if you are willing, you may school me on them. Ha ha.

Can you suggest some resources for learning as much as possible about straight razor history? I am constantly learning new things everyday online but would certainly appreciate any tips that might be offered.

Just bought one of these beauties in Mint condition:

Vintage 5/8 Red Imp 132 'Red Imp' Wedge Straight Razor

Nice grab krisbowe I am sure you will enjoy some great shaves with her. Enjoy.

Iz6 : Pathfinder? Hooah!

Red imps have wicked spikes... One of my first razors and i used to look like someone threw a cat at my face..

Wintchase,
It just arrived today and feels shave ready. and yes the spike feels very nickity...