Thread: Diamond Razor Co.?

I've been seeing this name pop up in my research rather frequently. Oddly enough, however, I can't find a lick of information, other than they were based in Boston, MA. This is really frustrating for me, since whenever I want to know something I hop online. There is, of course, a lot of misinformation, but if one knows what one is doing, sorting through the drivel is not particularly difficult. I guess my real frustration lies in the fact that I can't find any information ("mis-" or otherwise) on this company online, and a trip to the library is out of the question due to lack of a babysitter.
So, my questions are:
What kind of general knowledge can anyone share with me about this company? If you know their razors well, how would you rate them in terms of overall quality? And, most importantly, where can I find this (and more) information myself?
As I'm sure I've made quite obvious, I don't mind not knowing things, but I loathe not having the ability to know them. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks gents!

Seth

According to Goins' Encyclopedia they were in business circa 1901 - 1904. I have a Diamond and it has very good steel.

Regards - Walt

I have a Blue Diamond razor and its a winner,Dont know if that helps,but there it is.

Originally Posted by Grizzley1

I have a Blue Diamond razor and its a winner,Dont know if that helps,but there it is.

That absolutely helps, if for nothing else than that it gives me something else to look out for. Thanks!

"Diamond" is almost like a catch all term. Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond Edge and on and on. I do have a razor that just says Diamond on the tang and is a great shaver. Manna might be able to shed light on this subject. Best, wildhog

Dreadslinger, the razor picture would be helpful.
Because, there were Diamond Razor, the owner were Diamond Cutlery Co.(1901-1904) and The Diamond Razor Co., Boston Mass., 1920-1930.

Originally Posted by Dreadslinger

That absolutely helps, if for nothing else than that it gives me something else to look out for. Thanks!

Your quite welcome-there IS one on e-bay if you want to look,hope that helps
Griz

Wow. That thing is sexy. lol I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for anything like that when I do take the plunge! I'm sure I'll want to make sure the one I get is shave-ready, of course.