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I found a vintage razor on e bay and am considering buying it. Its tang reads "Imperial International" Germany. It also reads Solingen with a diamond shape mark that has the letters C I on the interior. The face of the blade is engraved with the word TORREY. Torrey is a known maker also. Does anyone know more about this blade its date of mfg. grind etc.?
Have you any photographs of it?
These are some photos of the razor I am investigating.
PMFJI --
J.R. Torrey was an American firm -- there's a brief, interesting history here:
Why Wealth Disappears
The entry on this website says it imported razors from England and Sweden:
Torrey Co., J. R. - Straight Razor Place Wiki
But this razor is German ! And it's "Torrey", not "J.R. Torrey".
If _I_ had found it in an antique store, I would have labelled it "German razor of unknown make, probably a good shaver." But we have more-knowledgeable people here, let's see what they come up with.
Charles
I believe, "Torrey" is only name here.
Imperial International was one more trademark of Adolph Kastor(Castor).
Most likely, the razor was made by the Germania Cutlery Works in Solingen, the owner was Nathan Kastor.
Excellent Forum! Thank you all! I am very happy! This is all good information.
Can't help you with info but manah is always there...lol. Very nice razor though..congrats.
Beautiful razor. Looks like a keeper to me.