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Cool! So it would seem to be a 'Wissdom' in a box with a 'Barbers Ideal' sticker on it!
About 1917? Great info and link, Wirm! :tu

Thanks for the info, Gents :D

So I think the scales point to an early 1900 or possibly before a bit.
As I said, they are brown as can be. I think the brownish hue of the older formula is a sort of oxidation, or degradation.
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Thanks, Outback!

All about the 'Wissdom' to see what's under there! :D

A Simple green/toothbrush scrub, Pencil-point work on some of the rust spots, and a wipedown with WD40 and a paper towel. ...

So I had no Wiss razor and had been looking for a nice example.
Since I have been anti-purchase as of late, I saw this on the fleabay and let it sit for a few days.
It had a few bids. Typical...