Unfortunately James there is a distinct lack of Genghis Khan era mongol razors on the market. Something to do with their natural proclivity to hoard things, I hear (...ouch!...) :)
Regards,
Neil
Virtually no monkey tail, straight scales with no curve. No distinct separation between tang and cutting edge are typical of pre 1800 razors. I have a Rodgers like that and it is an excellent shaver. W&B began as 'Wade' and you see them occasionally. Early 1800s IIRC. Butcher was the USA rep and that is how the two teamed up and W&B became such a large and successful enterprise. That and they made a heck of a razor IME too.
Yes, this is more great advice - thank you!
One of the razors I was referring to was restored by Glen. It’s the same razor I took camping recently. The second razor is currently on vacation at Glen’s house receiving the same treatment as his cousin – so I don’t have good pictures to post. Does this help?
Yes diyguy it does - thanks! With everyone's great contributions, I'm starting to get a better idea of makes to search for. I'd assume the process of discovering one of these treasures will simply be time consuming. I've been searching eBay a bit - but the old makers aren't real common. :)
Also diyguy - that blade is beautiful - cant believe how well the resto came out!!
On that I could not find in the wiki is Skidmore.
In the 1821 census there was a Joseph Skidmore, razor & table knife manfr., shown at 30 Bailey Street in Sheffield. In 1829 he was located on Pond Street in Sheffield. This is about right for your razor.
Regards - Walt