Thread: Value of a straight razor

Unless the original question was edited, I do not see what the fuss is about.

In my opinion, YES the original box/packaging does add value. How much value is up to the buyer and seller to decide. While some may say it adds no value for them, I would generally stand behind the statement that more is always more unless we are talking about damage or rust.

To go a bit further, you can go on popular auction sites and find these boxes available without the razors in various conditions...this will give you an idea of "how much" value they might add to the right person. Personally, I have no plans to ever sell any of my razors, so the boxes simply add to the cool factor regarding how old they are, and not only has the tool survived, but the cardboard/paper box did also!

A general rule on anything antique or vintage is that the more complete the more valuable. How much more valuable in this case is up to the buyer. I would rather have a razor in its original box but personally I would not pay more for it that way but that is just me. There is no real answer here.