Thread: Help!!! Vintage C. Bertram Hen & Rooster 5/8 Full-Hollow Round Tip(?)

Hi Everyone!

I've done quite a bit of research, and I'm attempting to identify the manufacturer and year of my first Straight Razor. From the research I've done, it appears that I may have lucked out, and purchased a vintage Hen & Rooster 5/8!

Along with the photos, here's why I think I may have the real thing:

-The Branding on the Tang and box of the Razor seem to be that of an authentic Hen & Rooster.
-I'm not sure how to date the box, but I suspect that the "21" stamped on the reverse side of the tang would potentially indicate the year of manufacture (coincides with the makers listing from this link: Razor makers)

If you have any info that you may be able to provide, I'd be greatly appreciative. I had it honed locally from another member (chay2k), and he informed me that it was a Carbon Steel razor, and honed really well.

Thanks in advance,

-Bishop

I believe you've got the real McCoy there. I've also got a vintage H&R but it is marked Herder in addition to the chicks. Great shavers those.

C. Bertram Reinh. Sohn, Solingen in 1914 and 1922. Brand names: 'Bertram', 'Tresor'. Open-blade razor maker.

One member here use to sell these nothing but quality and great shavers Enjoy!

These are not my photos but it is my razor. I did a trade with the guy that took the photos. A pre WWII L.Herder Hen & Rooster.

Thanks for the info! I'm very excited about the find. Any idea what it may be worth (not that I'd be interested in selling it)?

We don't do the valuation thing here. However in general it is very rare.