Thread: My New (to Me) Wade And Butcher!

I go antiquing with my mom every now and then and this was my find today!! dirt cheap and I think its in very good condition, tho I don't know for sure as I am still new! please tell me what you think I would love to know a few things about her! I want to know what the condition is, what is the best way to get rid of that small rust spot and tarnish without ruining the frosted etch (was going to just rub her down and buff with polish, but know that wont help the rust.) and lastly, does anyone have any history on this blade preferably the age? Thanks in advance to all the kind help I have always received from all of you gentlemen (and ladies if there are some .)

last of pics (can you tell I love this razor?)

I read that motto in my searches yesterday. Very nice!

That looks like it's in great shape. Should be shave ready in no time.

To clean the rust I would try qtips and Maas, and likely live with what remains. If had to get more aggressive is a must can get some #2 pencils, hole punch sandpaper, and rubber cement to the eraser. Afraid that starts a path to remove more etching than you want. Even at that, then you have one shinny spot on the aged face.

Since stamped England on the tang, made some time after 1891. Would guess within 20 years or so after that. Others I'm certain could guess better.

The horn scales should polish very nice if you decide to do that.

Hi, looks like the blade is in pretty good condition, nice find.
Just a quick note on the etch. I used some Mothers metal polish on a W&B 'You Lather Well' and it reduced the visual effect of the etch. I think it basically removes the dirt/patina that has accumulated in and around the etch but doesn't remove the etch itself.
Just a heads up.

Congrats on a great find. Be very careful with any metal polish as it will remove the etching. I would just scrape the active rust off with a single edge razor blade as used in box cutters and let it soak in some mineral oil or a metal preservative oil. A coat of wax would also be good.

Nice find! It will made a great shaver. 1++ about polishing on the etching. Best, wildhog

Kroil will lift the rust.. go easy with it let it soak but not too long. You can alwasy go again.

Ok and how would you polish the horn or save it from the small air gap looking spots? I love this blade and want to make it new-ish again!