Thread: Jackson Knife & Shear

I recently acquired a razor that I thought might just be a decent razor to practice learning my honing skills. And I did give it go on the hones today. It took an edge exceptionally well and layed flat on the hone. The blade seems heavy for its size. It honed evenly and is now quite sharp and ready for a test run. Does anyone know anything about these razors?

We'd all love to see it!! Pics are always key. Especially for the guys with all the info for identification.

JACKSON KNIFE & SHEAR CO.
Took over business of Sprague Cutlery Co of Buchanan, Michigan
In 1907, became Jackson Shear & Razor Co.; In 1908 became Jackson Shear Co.
By 1920, only shears made.
Fremont, Ohio
c. 1893 – 1904

Upon request, here are two pics.

ooohh that's purdy!!! Id shave with it and then see if you really want it as a practice razor. Id be happy to have that one in my lineup! I bet it shaves nice too.

More info on Jackson Shear and Razor Co from early 1900 book

Here a picture of the Jackson Knife & Shear Co building.

Originally Posted by HARRYWALLY

ooohh that's purdy!!! Id shave with it and then see if you really want it as a practice razor. Id be happy to have that one in my lineup! I bet it shaves nice too.

Yeah, I'm thinking it may be worth employing the restoration services of some of our fellow members here to get it back to its former state. It's not in bad shape though. It's got a couple dark spots but little hone wear. The hinge pin needs a little tightening. But that's about it. The scales could be replaced for something more sturdy but they are in decent shape. If it shaves well, it'll be more than a practice blade. That's part of why I'm asking - to see if anyone else has used one and to get some information on how they perform. And if no one knows, I'll give it a go for a few months and let you know.

Great thread. Fremont, Ohio must have been a rockin place back when. Good steel from there. I think your razor has certainly been shortened. Probably dropped and the tip broken. In light of that, I recommend keeping it as a shaver. OR have it done. Your choice!
And a good one it is!

Originally Posted by sharptonn

Great thread. Fremont, Ohio must have been a rockin place back when. Good steel from there. I think your razor has certainly been shortened. Probably dropped and the tip broken. In light of that, I recommend keeping it as a shaver. OR have it done. Your choice!
And a good one it is!

Based on the room in the scales, that very well could be. Plus looking at the engraving on the blade, you can see that it's not centered. But nt more than 1/4 of an inch could have been taken I think. And if so, it doesn't look like it happened recently ,this is no collectors item. Just possibly a nice shaver worth putting into a regular rotation.